Lavender and hydrangeas are two of the most adored garden plants, given the stunning beauty they give off in the summer months. However, for them to bloom as best as possible, gardeners must know ...

Solene Dequiret - mastermind behind the current Orchid Festival running at Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew, reckons that although they can be tricky - they’re definitely worth the work.

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What secrets does our expert legume taxonomist have to share having spent half a century working in Kew's Herbarium? Standing amidst towering shelves of pressed plant specimens in Kew’s Herbarium, ...

lavender and chocolate macaroons and a honey blossom éclair. Paul Denton, Head of Visitor Programmes and Exhibitions at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew says: “This unique audio-treat within the ...

If you love the idea of having fresh herbs for cooking, an indoor herb garden might be perfect for you -- especially during the colder months. I also like to bring greens into my living space for ...

Rats are usually unwelcome visitors in our gardens – they are generally considered vermin and can spread potentially serious diseases, including Leptospirosis, which can lead to Weil’s disease. They ...

Each year in February, Kew Gardens’ Princess of Wales Conservatory holds an amazing Orchids Festival. It features a large flower display as well as opportunities to find out about the naming of ...

Herbs. If you are searching for an herb appropriate for the winter garden, lavender is your best choice. Vast commercial lavender plantings are located in the foothills of the French Alps where ...

Herbs. If you are searching for an herb appropriate for the winter garden, lavender is your best choice. Vast commercial lavender plantings are located in the foothills of the French Alps where winter ...