While a majority of people are usually pleased with the usual range of plants, there is always room for something different

There is great pleasure to be found in growing plants whether flowers or vegetables

Growth is now strong with an abundance of flowers in most groups of plants

An introduction to some of the best and easiest to grow perennials

There has been a surge of DIY and garden activities in recent times

The growing season is short so prioritise getting ready for planting and sowing as soon as possible

There is very little we cannot grow given the correct conditions

The vast majority of plants in our gardens, estates and parks have only been introduced within the last 200 years

Without thinking about it, many people experience a change inwardly when out and about in natural surroundings

There is an Irish tradition that says potatoes should be planted by St Patrick's Day

Tips as we head out of winter and into spring

Even in small gardens you can create compartments with each section devoted to a desired theme

The majority of people who mention heritage or vintage plants mean either vegetable or fruiting plants, whereas it does include all plant types

Whatever about plants that flower during the winter months, there are some that have dazzling displays of coloured stems for many months and the best is provided in the dogwood family

We have over 18 varieties in our garden, which give us apples from mid-August until the following March

It is a quiet time in the garden but it is not asleep and some plants can surprise you!

There are many types or species of coffee but the principal one is Coffea arabica, which accounts for over 75% of the world production

While there are abundant choices from spring until the autumn, when it comes to the period outside those popular months the choices are much more limited

We grow our own holly as it is much easier than hunting for some in the countryside

There are some beautiful door wreaths available that will make your door look like a traditional Christmas card!