The sparrowhawk is one of our smallest birds of prey. The male is around the size of blackbird and has blue-grey back and wing feathers with orange-brown stripes on the chest and belly. The female is ...

Crape myrtle (also known as crepe myrtle), which has the botanical name Lagerstroemia indica, is a large deciduous shrub or small tree that is native to parts of Asia, including China and the ...

This article has been checked for horticultural accuracy by Oliver Parsons. The bonus of owning a spider plant is that it’s easy to grow more. A mature spider plant will produce stems with a baby ...

When I had the chance to visit Nevada, I wasn’t sure what I’d find to satisfy the appetite of a garden and nature lover. Surely this state is all about harsh desert and the bright lights of Las Vegas.

Discover some of our favourite gardens to visit in the beautiful city of Bath and surrounding Somerset countryside ...

Insecticidal soap – also known as soft soap or horticultural soap – is a special kind of soap that's designed for use specifically on plants. It's typically made using a potassium salt from fatty ...

‘Moneymaker’ is a variety of tomato that has been hugely popular with gardeners for decades and remains a firm favourite today. Abundant crops of uniformly shaped, medium-sized fruits have a good ...

Lentils (Lens culinaris) provide an excellent and economical source of protein, making them a great alternative to meat. Widely used in many types of cuisine, lentils are a key ingredient of many ...

Gardening gloves are available in an array of designs, materials and with various features, including waterproofing, added grip, cushioning, and breathable fabrics to help regulate hand temperature.

Common bistort is considered an herb by some as it's edible. In the North of England, it's known as pudding dock or passion dock as it was once used to make a traditional dish, around the time of Lent ...

Don’t miss your chance to spend an evening with award-winning British garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter Adam ...