Design
Urban Oases: London’s finest garden squares
Georgian and Victorian houses next to protected green sanctuaries are among the most desirable properties in the capital. Here’s where to start your search
Return of the natives: the growth of indigenous plants
Reintroducing beautiful flowers, herbs and grasses that have adapted to our climate is more than a horticultural fad: it’s a low-maintenance, eco-friendly alternative to cultivating exotic species
Life Goals: The Latest Wellness Must-haves
Garden spas with high-tech saunas and ice baths, lifestyle suites with medical-grade hyperbaric chambers – home fitness facilities are enjoying an upgrade as anti-ageing science hits the headlines
My country life: Arthur Parkinson
The talented gardener on his bond with his chickens, Cotswolds life – and why cups of tea matter
The lost gardens of London
Glorious parkland is one of the UK capital’s most prized attractions – but a new exhibition tells the intriguing story of green spaces that no longer exist, from one of Prince Albert’s pet projects to a forgotten zoo
My other kitchen is outside
Even the Great British weather cannot dampen our enthusiasm for open-air cooking and entertaining – and companies are responding to the demands of budding wild chefs with an increasing array of aspirational kit
The growth of the cutting garden
The trend for seasonal homegrown blooms promises ever-changing colours and scents while also being sustainable. Two expert gardeners explain how to keep your vases filled from spring to autumn
Key trends from the 2024 RHS Chelsea Flower Show
Sustainability, innovative tech, natural shapes and a gorgeous array of colours were the hallmarks of the finest garden displays this year
Secret gardens in the heart of London
The private green spaces at the centre of Notting Hill, Knightsbridge and Chelsea’s elegant squares are prized by residents as a place to escape the bustle of the city and enjoy a unique community spirit
The latest inside-out trends
A stylish transition between indoors and out has never been easier to achieve, thanks to new furniture and lighting from forward-thinking designers
Take the plunge with your own swimming pond
For modern, forward-thinking landowners, a beautifully landscaped natural pool is the ultimate garden feature
Chelsea’s Show-Stopping Gardening Trends
The sun shone on the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this spring, highlighting the latest developments, from softer palettes to more sustainable designs
The Savills Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2023
This year’s offering isn’t just a feast for the eyes: many of the plants on display will make the journey from plot to plate over the course of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show
How to create the perfect woodland
Whether you’re recreating childhood memories or hoping to do your bit for the planet, planting trees on your estate can make a wonderful family resource – and add value to your UK property
The Sky’s The Limit: Stylish High-Rise Gardens
Balconies and roof terraces are not just for pot plants – creating a gorgeous ‘green room’ in a city pad can boost physical and mental wellbeing
Meet The Garden Salvage Hunters
The statuary on display in your grounds says as much about you as the art on your drawing-room walls. Here are the names for your little black book
Wild at heart
Our gardens are more important than ever as places for sanctuary and socialising – as the trends at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022 proved. They’ll soon be trickling down to a green space near you
Enhancing your garden landscape with sculpture
Savills Crispin Holborow, garden designer Emily Erlam and designer David Harber discuss the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and creating harmony with sculpture in your garden.
