Recent articles by Helen Young
Le Jardin Majorelle, Morocco
This Marrakech garden is rich in colour and design – and overflows with plants!
Heavenly hydrangeas
Take a look at the dazzling array of hydrangeas, including old favourites and new cultivars.
Far-reaching groundcovers
Groundcovers are indispensable in the garden. Whether you have a sloping bank to clothe, or a shady area under trees that needs filling, these far-reaching plants have it covered.
Best small groundcovers
Whether they’re hiding or protecting soil, or bridging gaps in the garden, smaller groundcovers are the quiet little achievers that make a big difference.
Grow a living Christmas tree
Living Christmas trees are a welcome alternative to the usual choices and bring joy beyond the festive season. Here are three fresh and festive options to grow at home.
Attract pollinators to your garden
Pollinators might be small in size, but they have a huge role to play in our biosphere, and are essential for the health of the planet. Learn how birds, bees and other pollinators benefit your garden, as well as how to attract them.