The main reason I decided to have a go at sweet peas was: scent.

This is what my gardens look like.

I planted my first seed at the age of 29.

Three simple things I do.

I challenged myself to grow flowers for birthdays, Mother’s Day, Christmas and this is what I learned.

Are all potting mixes made equal. In a word, no.

The bees, butterflies, dragonflies, wasps and hoverflies have been visiting my bee garden.

The first thing to know is, planting seeds is so easy.

It’s hard to believe that a gnarled tuber grows into a stunning dahlia.

My brother Fergus was the gardening surprise packet of 2020.