Loopy about lupins! These versatile favourites give a riot of colour all summer 

Loopy about lupins! These versatile favourites give a riot of colour all summer Colour of lupins run from blue, pink, red and white through creams to yellow Lupins are easy to grow from seed and much cheaper than buying plants Gardening expert Nigel Colborn, says lupins prefer free-draining soils in sun By Nigel Colborn for … Read more

Versatile living: Stylish furniture that works Indoors or outdoors

The once firm distinction between indoor and outdoor furniture is fast disappearing, as people seek out smart and durable pieces that will adorn both the exterior and the interior. This new attitude is partly based on minimising the CPU (cost per use) of any item. We may all hope that the sun will shine during … Read more

Blooms for all seasons: Plant versatile roses now and enjoy a colourful show next year

Blooms for all seasons: Plant versatile roses now and enjoy a colourful show next year Nigel Colborn says the soils are not yet too cold to plant bare-rooted plants He suggests that although the choice is infinite, always go for top performers  He revealed the best growers in his garden include the climber R. Compassion By … Read more