For the first time, this year I've introduced dahlias to the garden. I've always liked the look of them but a childhood dread has de...

July is the month of soft fruit and I absolutely adore the sight of ripe red cherries hanging from the trees in my garden - even knowing ...

Settle in for a long post, folks - I spent Monday at the third of the four main RHS summer flower shows, held in the best of locations at th...

It's been a busy month in the veg patch.  Every year I imagine that I'll reach that dreamed of moment when all that's needed...

Can you believe this summer weather we're having in the UK? Day after day of cloudless blue skies, hot sunshine and gentle breezes. ...

~ Homemade pink gin ... perfect for summer! ~

Vintage, cobbled together, upcycled or just plain eccentric - there's lots to inspire on an English allotment!