by Katie Rushworth | Nov 21, 2021 | Your Garden
It’s tempting to draw the proverbial curtains on your garden over the winter, and any outdoor space can easily become a bit of a dumping ground. Tatty, carpeted in dried leaves, stacked with empty pots – a winter garden might hardly be a feast for the...
by Katie Rushworth | Aug 16, 2021 | Your Garden
My readers often ask how to use planting in their gardens to create privacy, block an unsightly view or cushion noise pollution from nearby roads or train tracks. Whether you’re keen to forget about a not-so-attractive vista at the end of your garden, create a...
by Katie Rushworth | Mar 8, 2020 | Your Garden
The Japanese word bon-sai literally translates to ‘planted in a container’, and this peaceful and attractive art form is the practice of training tree seedlings into attractive miniature shapes. Bonsai has been around for over a thousand years, originating...
by Katie Rushworth | Jun 3, 2019 | Your Garden
When I’m thinking of home design, I’m usually drawn to muted, peaceful tones, or rich, soothing ones that will foster an air of calm and relaxation throughout the day. It’s in the garden that I really let my colourful creative juices flow! Gardening...
by Katie Rushworth | May 8, 2019 | Your Garden
This particular DIY project is one that’s close to my heart as it combines two of my favourite things: cooking and gardening! This lovely and simple hanging basket will mean you’ve got a pretty, functional and long-lasting garden feature that’s close...