Garden equipment
All our expert reviews and recommendations for the best gardening equipment
Pimp your greenhouse - from the latest cool tech to the necessities, here are the top accessories for your growing space
Getting a greenhouse is a big deal, but what about everything else that comes with it? Here's our break down of all the greenhouse accessories you need
We recommend: the best fertiliser for tomatoes in 2025
Feeding your tomatoes is the best way to ensure a steady supply of great fruit all season. We've rounded up some the best fertilisers on the market.
Fantasising about a greenhouse? Here’s why you need one and what you should know before you buy one
A glasshouse or greenhouse can offer a beautiful garden retreat as well as a place to grow undercover and turbo boost your gardening abilities
POV: You’ve inherited an historic English hall with two moats and incredible gardens – now what?
Once home to garden designer Xa Tollemache, Helmingham Hall is now under the care of a new generation of Tollemaches and is as glorious as ever, especially in winter when its bones are laid bare.
Words: Chris Young, Photographs: Richard Bloom
War of the roses: which new book about the history, lore and love of roses is better?
Two new books examine the place of the rose in art and literature, and in our own personal psyches – and both leave the reader with plenty to enjoy, says Matt Collins
What's new?
Mark Lane: "The future is already here"
The landscape designer and TV presenter Mark Lane on how science fiction is fast becoming gardening fact
Can't make it to Chelsea? Here are the exhibitors you can shop online.
If you can't make it to London, don't despair. We've pulled out some of our favourite retailers from the RHS Chelsea Flower Show to shop online.
Peek inside the private gardens of some of the UK’s top designers
This beautifully photographed book on designers’ own gardens is a fascinating insight into some well-known designers’ working practices, says Charlie Harpur
Always wanted a vintage parasol? This brand sells them at a fraction of the usual price.
Vintage parasols are a whimsical choice for days in the garden and on the beach - but they can be expensive. This brand sells them at a fantastic price.
The best pizza ovens for the garden in 2025
Pizza ovens can be the perfect way of extending your evening in the garden. Eat al fresco with the help of our selection of the best pizza ovens
Gardening books
Our pick of the latest gardening books
The New Romantic Garden by Jo Thompson: the modern way to do the classic garden style
In her thoughtful new book, designer Jo Thompson shows how her trademark style can be modernised with a commitment to biodiversity, says Claire Masset
‘I had a massive garden and the moment I downsized I felt safe’ - How Adam Frost beat burnout
Garden designer and TV presenter Adam Frost on the year that changed his attitude to life, the book that came out of it and what he’s up to next
The best gardening gifts: top gift ideas for gardeners in 2025
Here's our selection of fantastic gardening gifts in 2025, tailor-made to suit the gardener in your life.
Garden lifestyle
Everything you need for gardening living and lifestyle
The best Father's Day gardening gifts to buy in 2025
We round up a selection of some of the best Father's Day gardening gifts this year
I made a cool DIY greenhouse out of old windows and doors. Here's how to build one in a weekend
Greenhouses made from old windows and doors look cute – but how easy are they to make, and do they do the job?
I found the perfect stylish shed for even the tiniest garden and it’s super affordable too
Every garden needs storage; and this sweet shed delivers on looks, practicality and affordability. Plus, it's ideal for small gardens...
Outdoor living
Ideas, inspiration and expert advice for enjoying your garden and the natural world
Beautiful garden furniture you can leave outside all year round
Fed up with dragging furniture into the shed or grappling with unwieldy waterproof covers? These are the furniture pieces that'll survive outside all year round.
Why Britain's going mad for saunas and how you can enjoy one in your own back garden
Saunas are the latest must-have addition to our outside spaces. Sit back and relax with our pick of the best saunas for your garden.
Best Mother's Day garden gifts to make her feel special
Still looking for the perfect Mother's Day garden gift? We've compiled a list of excellent gardening presents for Mother's Day 2025.
Gardening tools and equipment
The best gardening tools to buy to make your gardening easier
There's a new hip and kind of weird gardening tool on the market. But what on earth is it for and how do you use it?
A new copper tool promises to be great for planting, weeding and more - but what is it like to use?
I got a hori hori knife – and became a gardening ninja: here's what they are and why you need one
A hori hori is a knife many gardeners swear by. But what exactly is it and why is it so great? Veronica Peerless tests Niwaki's hori hori knife and explains what happened.
The best peony plant supports and cages for perfectly poised peonies in 2025
Peonies are beautiful, but often top heavy, and prone to drooping. Avoid your peonies sagging by using peony supports which will keep the flowers up and visible for as long as possible
Gardening clothes
The best gardening clothes for your work in the garden
The best wellington boots for walking and gardening
Keep your feet warm, snug and dry this autumn with our pick of the best wellies for gardening
Gardening jackets: the best stylish and practical outerwear
Stay warm, dry and comfortable all day long with our pick of the perfect gardening jackets for men and women.
The best showerproof jackets: traditional, padded and packable designs
Here’s our edit of the most stylish showerproof jackets for men and women, including traditional, padded and packable designs.