Plants can protect their companions from pests by changing the way they look or by changing the way they smell. Jackie French tells us how.

Jackie French shares her tips and tricks for a flourishing and vibrant herb garden that will add an explosion of flavour to any dish!

Leaves from old healthy cauliflowers or cabbages from the supermarket are a good source of a molybdenum-rich material to use for compost.

Author and garden lover Jackie French walks us through the process of planting, growing and using camomile in your everyday life.

Gardening alone can be quite meditative, but gardening with friends and family can bring joy and fulfilment to every day.

Gifts of plants or flowers are perfect “any time” gifts. Here, our resident gardening expert Jackie French explores the best blooming plants to give as gifts for garden-lovers.

Community gardens may be hard to find in your local area but did you know you can start your very own? Here’s how to establish and maintain a shared garden.

Sweet peas are one of the most glorious blooms to pick. The complexity of colour and fragrance is unrivalled. Here’s the ultimate guide to growing sweet peas.

Many old-fashioned herbs are still a delight to use and even better to have in the garden. We discover the joys of herb gardening with Jackie French.

Our resident gardening expert Jackie French walks us through the process of growing and harvesting ginger, with two delicious gingery recipes to enjoy!

Jackie French reminds us of the power of gardening to make us feel — literally — grounded again, hands in the soil, and face among the greenery and flowers.

Old-fashioned fruits may not be obvious choices, but they are almost invariably hardy, productive, money-saving and delicious — as long as you know a dozen ways to use them.