Designing a Shade Border That Doesn't Look Sad
Shade gardening is not a consolation prize. With the right structure, leaf shapes and layers, a north-facing border can outshine a sunny one.
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Gardens that grow in the shade
Ferns, hostas, moss and leaf mould — practical notes on making a beautiful garden where the sun rarely reaches.
Moss: The Patient Gardener's Groundcover
Most people fight moss. In a shaded garden, it is the best ally you have. How to encourage it, and how to keep it looking its best.
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Pruning Trees Properly: The Cuts That Matter
Most pruning damage is done with good intentions. A practical guide to the three cuts that keep a tree healthy and the ones to avoid.
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A Path Worth Walking Slowly
The path is the first thing a garden asks of you. On stone, gravel, moss and making a route that invites a slower pace.
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The Maple in Autumn: A Case for One Good Tree
A single well-chosen tree can carry a whole garden through October. Which maples earn their space, and how to plant one properly.
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Leaf Mould: The Free Compost You're Throwing Away
Every autumn, gardens send away the best soil conditioner they produce. How to make leaf mould, and why it beats almost anything you can buy.
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Ferns for Every Corner
From delicate maidenhair to bold royal ferns, there is a fern for every shade situation. A field guide for the fern-curious gardener.
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