The plants people with drought-tolerant gardens always grow – they'll thrive through the hottest, driest summers They'll thrive through the hottest, driest summers Ideal Home · Jul 9
What I’m planting during the July heatwaves for pretty blooms and quick harvests that can tolerate the heat The 5 plants on my list Ideal Home · Jul 5
8 jobs to do in the garden in July as temperatures soar for another heatwave– the best ways to keep your space healthy and productive For a healthy, productive space Ideal Home · Jul 4
"My Hydrangeas Look Awful After a Hot Summer" — This Is the Low-Maintenance, Drought-Tolerant Flower You Should Have Planted Up Instead Save your garden from making a poor impression with droopy blooms by planting hardy, expert-approved verbena Livingetc · Jul 3
What to do with dahlias in June – 4 expert-approved ways to kickstart this year's flowers Get the showstoppers off to a strong start Ideal Home · Jun 4
Sarah Raven reveals 'unsung hero of the late summer garden' – explaining why now is the time to plant it The professional gardener is encouraging us all to add salvias to our plots, sharing four valid reasons why Woman & Home · May 26
The 5 Pretty Garden Plants That Look Great, but Actually Lack Scent — What to Pick Instead for a Fragrant Patio These lush alternatives will make your garden smell invigorating and look beautiful Livingetc · May 24
7 container flowers to plant in May for non-stop colour all summer long Pick these vibrant, long-lasting blooms to ensure a colourful display that will see your garden all through the summer months Ideal Home · May 19
6 beautiful plants that stop weeds from taking over your garden beds – evergreen beauties and pollinator favourites that will save you hours of weeding Evergreen beauties and pollinator favourites that will save you hours of weeding Ideal Home · Apr 27
Cottage garden ideas: 19 ways to transform your back garden whatever its size Create your own country-style retreat with these cottage garden ideas recommended by experts, including planting schemes and classic landscaping designs Woman & Home · Apr 22
5 Plants That Will Overpower Your Garden With Scent — You Might Find These Too Strong, Sickly, or Off-Putting So, I've included some expert recommendations to make your backyard smell inviting instead Livingetc · Apr 11
Want Your Garden to Look More Japanese? These 5 Plants and Trees Will Make It Feel Like Springtime in Tokyo Taking inspiration from the zen garden style of planting is a beautiful way to fill your outdoor space while calming it with stunning textural foliage Livingetc · Apr 4
Turns out I've been pruning hydrangeas wrong – but thanks to Sarah Raven's height pruning tip, it's not too late for this year's blooms Have you also been pruning your hydrangeas wrong this whole time? This genius hydrangea pruning tip will maximise blooms Woman & Home · Mar 28
The best flowers to grow for cutting Broadcaster, plantswoman and author Sarah Raven offers tips. The Independent UK · Mar 16
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4 Blooming brilliant: 63 ways to spring into spring Whether it’s sowing sweet peas, servicing your bike or giving your trainers some TLC, here’s how to get your mind, body and home ready for the new season
Woman & Home · Feb 27 Mother's Day gifting made simple, chosen by mums and daughters to suit every budget While your mum will tell you you're the best gift, here's what she actually wants you to buy her this Mother's Day
Ideal Home · Feb 17 I’m getting a head start on summer and planting these 7 bulbs in February for guaranteed colour later in the year Now is the perfect time to be planting these summer-flowering bulbs
Woman & Home · Jan 29 Want more blooms this spring? Stop training climbing roses up and do this instead, says our garden expert 'You'll be amazed at how many flowers you get' with this simple step
Ideal Home · Jan 23 This short window is the best time to buy dahlias, according to experts – don’t leave it too late to get your hands on the most striking varieties Now is the perfect time to buy your dahlias, don't miss out!
Ideal Home · Jan 14 Tabletop veg is set to be *big* this year, according to the RHS – 7 of the best options that thrive in small spaces Save space, time and money!
Woman & Home · Jan 4 Sarah Raven shares her one gardening essential to help streamline your seed sowing this year Tired of filling up your seed trays? This alternative will take a fraction of the time and provide great results
Ideal Home · Dec 13, 2025 5 of the best Christmas plants with berries – expert-approved picks for showstopping festive displays Beautyberries, hawthorn and more
Ideal Home · Dec 8, 2025 6 of the best outdoor Christmas plants for colour, texture and fragrance over the festive season – my favourite picks for the garden right now A few unusual ones in here...
Ideal Home · Nov 25, 2025 There's still time to plant paperwhite bulbs for daffodils that flower at Christmas – they're some of the prettiest festive blooms around! Don't miss the window!
Ideal Home · Nov 24, 2025 7 cold-loving, low-maintenance plants I grow as a florist to fill my home with vases of colourful flowers over winter They make fabulously vibrant cut flower arrangements