THAT July is soon here (Tuesday) and the Lavender Festival is just around the corner, let us explore the great range of Mediterranean herbs here on the Peninsula — as we are the lavender capital of ...

Chalky soil suits plants that like alkaline and free-draining conditions, and aren't bothered by drought or growing in ...

Arne Maynard shares his design for a softly coloured border that flowers in late May before giving way to lush foliage – and ...

Whether you've already planted lavender, or are considering adding it to your garden, there are some important considerations ...

‘Growing aromatic herbs like rosemary, sage and mint around your garden can create a fragrant barrier that confuses and deters snails and slugs as they dislike the strong scent and scratchy texture,’ ...

Lavender is a striking perennial herb with a strong, calming scent, gorgeous purple flowers and dozens of uses. Learn how to ...

It’s one of the most memorable scenes in film history: an ax-wielding Jack Nicholson chasing his son through a hedge maze outside the Overlook Hotel during the climax of 1980’s The Shining.But ...

Rats are one of those pests that you don’t want in your garden, nibbling on your displays.Once in your soil, they can wreak havoc by damaging your plants, flowers, and crops.Not only that, but ...

Most importantly, this plant enjoys a full sun position and very well-drained soil. As long as you get these two things right, the plants should flourish in your garden. To grow a lavender hedge, ...

Growing lavender How to grow a lavender hedge. Lavender makes a pretty low-growing hedge that releases its scent as you brush past. An inexpensive way of planting one is to either take cuttings or to ...

Why and when to prune hedges. A well-maintained hedge provides a good, smart boundary to a garden, but if left unchecked, a hedge can soon lose its shape and end up casting unwanted shade.