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New tulip inspiration: top picks for 2027
Here are some of the best new tulips for 2027, as recommended by our horticultural experts… Whether you want vibrant colour, multi-petalled texture, or reliable cut flowers, there’s something for everyone.
Featured Gardener: @beninthegarden
Ben from @beninthegarden has been gardening since childhood, helping his parents outdoors before creating a cottage-style space of his own. His Suffolk garden combines classic cottage planting with prairie favourites, creating a space that’s full of life and enjoyed...
The ultimate guide to preserving fresh produce
Here we take a look at five different ways to make the most of your fruit and vegetable plants by preserving the surplus for future use.
Featured Gardener: @my_little_plot
When Denise from @my_little_plot found herself at a loose end during the COVID lockdown, she turned to her neglected outdoor space and discovered a passion that has flourished ever since. Now the proud owner of a quirky cottage garden packed with creative containers, upcycled finds and wildlife, find out the single most important gardening tip she wished she’d known from the start…
Taking cuttings of half hardy salvias
Salvias are amongst the most rewarding plants I grow and some the easiest to propagate. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you build up your own collection of these fabulous, long-flowering perennials.
Featured Gardener: Laura Woolley
When Laura from @lauras_little_cottage_garden moved into a new-build with a blank canvas garden, she had no idea that a whole new chapter was about to begin! As well as a new home and a new baby, Laura decided to study for an RHS Level 2 qualification and became a career-change gardener. The proud owner of a thriving cottage garden and busy allotment, find out what she’s trying for the first time this year…
Rose ‘Caroline Quentin’ Launched at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026
Thompson & Morgan is proud to launch a beautiful new rose named in honour of actress, presenter and passionate gardener Caroline Quentin, making its debut at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026. Caroline's Rose Unveiled At The Chelsea Flower Show The rose has now...
How to grow hibiscus
Hibiscus may look exotic but they are surprisingly easy to grow. Discover how to care for Hibiscus in your home or garden.