Hannah Stephenson looks at plants that’ll help suppress weeds and add colour and form to borders

A hedge acts as a border while enhancing the garden, says Peter Dowdall

Hannah Stephenson has advice on how to care for your garden when wet weather strikes

Peter Dowdall reveals why all roads will lead to Tullow in County Carlow on February 1

Do you want to be a self-sufficient gardener? Think chickens, solar power and foraging, says Hannah Stephenson

Winter blossoms' dazzling effect on your garden has to be seen to be believed, writes Peter Dowdall.

Peter Dowdall branches out to take a look at the mountain ash or rowan.

Hannah Stephenson consults The One Show's Christine Walkden to find out how to lure pollinators to your plants.

Fiann Ó Nualláin has advice on making the most of this month to ensure eco-friendly propagation.

Fota Arboretum and Garinish Island are among the dozens of Irish gardens and parks that have been recognised with International Green Flags.

HERE’S one very simple way to give yourself a summer health boost — grow parsley in a pot on your kitchen windowsill, writes Clodagh Finn.

‘Kerb appeal’ is not an estate agent riff, says Kya deLongchamps, who urges you to put your garden in order if you want to attract house-buyers’ attention

The word sustainable is quite the buzzword nowadays, endlessly bandied about in conversations about climate change, food security, the state of the oceans, farming and food but what exactly do we mean by sustainable food… and where can we source it?

Shane Cotter, a director at Architectural Farm, talks with Aileen Lee.

Kya deLongchamps enjoys some new detailing in pressure washers and reveals what makes the cut for her in cordless grass control.

Growing beetroot yourself will pay dividends when it comes to sustenance and health, says Fiann Ó Nualláin.

According to reports, Brexit woes have led to a bloom in 'comfort plants'. In these times of uncertainty gardeners are seeking familiarity. Hannah Stephenson reports on the current bloom in comfort plants.

Peter Dowdall has advice on planting flowers that come into their own at this time of year.

Whether it looks super-manicured or is colonised by weeds, your garden has a tale to tell, says Peter Dowdall.

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Members of the public will plant spring bulbs at Weaver Square Community Garden and Allotments in Dublin 8 as a "gesture of hope that the garden will be allowed to continue".

Planting bulbs at different times will extend the flowering season in your garden, writes Peter Dowdall.

Use the right plants and you can still get a wonderful display through the colder months, writes Peter Dowdall.

Fiann Ó Nualláin says next weekend’s Cork Food Harvest Festival will be a mouthwatering one.

Peter Dowdall looks at the Silver Bush and other plants suitable for the winter garden.

Looking after the domestic and migratory birds in your garden is a fascinating and pleasing pastime, but it can also play a significant impact in the preservation of endangered bird species, writes Kya deLongchamps.

Don’t despair if summer has left your grass looking dead and dry. Hannah Stephenson asks a pro how to perk it back up again

Weedkillers can damage health, so it’s time to make the switch to natural products, says Fiann Ó Nualláin

Apples are one of the great pleasures of September but beware of fungal attacks, warns Fiann Ó Nualláin.

Kya deLongchamps offers some advice on the various options available to good neighbours.