Gardens & shows
Gardens & shows coverage from Bed and Border.
RHS Chelsea Flower ShowRHS Hampton Court Palace Garden FestivalKeukenhofFloriadeFestival International des Jardins de Chaumont-sur-LoireGhent FloraliesGardens to visit: Kew, Wisley, Sissinghurst, Great Dixter, Giverny, ViOpen garden schemes and National Garden Scheme days
Paving Over Front Gardens Contributes to Hotter Nights
A recent study suggests that paving over front gardens is exacerbating the urban heat island effect, particularly at night.
Transforming Tiny Balconies and Patios into Cozy Outdoor Retreats
A practical guide shows how to refresh, green, shade, light, and furnish small outdoor areas using affordable tools, vertical planting, compact...
Drought-Resilient Plants and Grey-Water Strategies for UK Gardens
As Britain faces increasingly dry summers, the Beth Chatto Gardens showcase which species survive severe drought and how gardeners can responsibly...