Garden ideas

Best garden benches 2021: wood, metal and storage benches

A simple garden bench can make a world of difference in any garden

Herb garden ideas – create a cook’s herb garden you’ll actually use

Grow your favourite herbs with the best results. After all, an edible garden is all about eating...

Bee garden ideas – 8 expert tips to create a bee sanctuary in your garden

We show you how to help save Britain's bees by making a bee garden, from including bee-friendly plants in your garden to building a bee hotel...

Garden room ideas – designs and expert advice to create an idyllic garden building

Lounging in the garden isn't just for sunny days

Wildlife garden ideas – 17 easy ways to turn your outdoor space into a haven for wildlife

Attract butterflies, birds, hedgehogs, bees and more to your outdoor space with our top tips

Driveway ideas – 14 winning entrances with stunning paving, lighting and edging designs

Best outdoor cushions: add style and comfort to the garden

Create the perfect entertaining space this summer with stylish new outdoor cushions.

Garden decking ideas – wooden and composite designs for plots of all sizes

Explore our beautiful garden decking ideas to inspire your next garden project

Living wall ideas – how to plant a living wall to create a vertical garden

Make your walls come alive with greenery

Garden paint ideas to add a splash of colour and vibrancy to outdoor spaces

Take your cue from this year’s strongest colour palettes

Jobs to do in the garden in July - from sowing, pruning and caring for wildlife

The garden in July is a fruitful place

Garden mirror ideas – flood gardens with light to create an illusion of space

A well-place garden mirror can do wonders to enhance any outdoor space

Flower pot painting ideas – how to paint terracotta pots to brighten gardens

Shed paint ideas – including how to pick and apply the right weatherproof paint for the job

Is your garden shed looking a little run down?

Zen garden ideas – create a calming outdoor retreat to restore wellness

Make any outdoor space feel like an oasis of calm for relaxation and restoration

Garden party ideas – 23 ways to welcome guests in style over the summer

Great garden party ideas start with thinking about how best to decorate your garden

46 small garden ideas – decor, design and planting tips for tiny outdoor spaces

Whatever the size, make the most of your outdoor space

Garden storage ideas – 13 outdoor designs for tools, furniture and even the bins

Overhaul your outdoor space – and always find your tools – with these neat garden storage ideas

Sloping garden ideas – design solutions to make the most of a sloped outdoor space

Jobs to do in the garden in May – prepping veg plots, planting hanging baskets and nurturing lawns

It's spring and there's a lot to do in the garden - so what is top of the priority list?