Many indoor plant enthusiasts already know that mirrors can be used to direct more sunlight onto plants that need it.

Compost is perfect for vegetable gardeners because it both improves soil quality and structure and keeps roots safe and insulated. It is a nutrient-rich mixture of decomposing organic matter, from ...

Does your soil need more nutrients to create a lavish garden? Do you need mulch to reduce the amount of weeds growing and to ...

Mulching your beds with organic material is key for healthy soil and happy crops and it can be done throughout the year ...

organic mulch and inorganic mulch," says Janet Loughrey of Garden Design. "Organic mulches can include compost, manure, shredded bark, wood chips, grass clippings, pine needles, straw, grass, or ...

With spiralling cost of living out of control and no end to interest rate rises, economic times are tough! Fortunately, ...

Gardening is hard work, but the end result is so rewarding! Keep your garden healthy over the winter by completing this ...

Autumn is a busy time in the garden. When the leaves start to fall, it's a good idea to cover tender plants, bring pots ...

A good fall cleanup reduces weeds and disease, minimizes plant insect pests, prevents rodent infestation, and eases the workload for next year’s spring planting.

In a new series, our garden editor Clare Foster lays out a month by month guide to getting a kitchen garden off the ground.

Don’t think the spotty weather can get you out of your backyard chores – make your garden look colourful for the autumn ...

Managing all the squirrels around your garden is tough, but some plants might just help to keep them from causing trouble.