7 simple ways to make a north-facing garden feel brighter – these tricks will maximise light, colour and year-round interest

Green planting in copper barrels with acers.

Love your house but have a north-facing garden that's tricky to deal with? North-facing gardens aren't a reason not to buy a house, but they do come with their issues – we're here to help you solve them with our experts' help.

Of course, there are some advantages too – no direct sunlight, which means you can fill the space with plants that love a little shade.