Have you heard of mulching? Maybe you’ve seen the ground in a garden or park covered with bark mulch, straw or grass clippings. But what’s this done for? And how can you use it in your own garden? Mulching is a simple but effective technique that will help you grow stronger, healthier vegetables, flowers and shrubs – and with very little effort!

When California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) opens its flowers it’s like the sunshine has come down and kissed your garden. This enchanting wildflower is an iconic plant of the American West – and a fascinating plant for the future for natural and sustainable gardens. What makes California poppy a plant for the future?

As human habitats expand, butterflies’ natural habitats are dwindling. Which means that creating a welcoming environment for butterflies in your garden isn’t just a lovely thing to do – it’s also positively valuable.