
In his weekly Jamie’s Little Allotment column, Jamie Marsh talks veg… Another week has passed since I was talking about the driest spring I can ever remember. Non-gardeners will love the constant sunshine and above-average temperatures, but the subject I’m going to talk about today needs plenty of water regularly, especially if it’s abnormally sunny.…

With the weather warming and plants moving outdoors, gardeners are encouraged to take advantage and give their greenhouse a proper spring clean. According to experts at GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk, a deep clean now will boost plant health and keep everything for the growing season ahead. “A lot of gardeners will soon start to see a lot of…

Lauren Heckler and Shanzay Subzwari’s 2025 film ‘Sister Sing a Song’. Pic Lauren Heckler and Shanzay Subzwari. Lovers of the visual arts are advised not to miss this Saturday’s screening of innovative short-films at Tower Hamlets’ Nunnery Gallery. ‘Visions in place’ is the latest event in the gallery’s well-established “Visions in the Nunnery” exhibition, which…

Small hallway ideas: Though our natural inclination might be to keep things light and airy with a pale palette, being bold can have a huge impact. The hallway of Cath Kidston’s Notting Hill house has been painted in Farrow & Ball’s ‘Picture Gallery Red’ for an eye-catching, colour-rich effect Paul Massey When you come through…

Garden buildings can give you extra living space fast, providing a tranquil space for relaxation, a distraction-free working space or even a home gym. They’re also pricey, so if you’re seriously considering one, finding the best type and deciding whether it’s right for the way you plan to use it are essential. Read on to…

At a glance, the courtyard in Diane Keaton’s Spanish-inspired home seems a million years apart from my tiny city patio. Naturally, its scale puts my urban retreat to shame, but after some thinking, I’ve realised there is a design lesson that’s replicable from the actress’s space. Better yet, it’ll work on your patio or garden,…

It’s no surprise that south-facing garden ideas are often one of the things people look for when buying a home. They’re ripe with potential and provide you with more opportunity to experiment with all types of garden ideas. ‘South-facing gardens are exposed to lots more sunlight and heat than others, so it’s important to choose…