GARDENS

Sally Petitt of the Cambridge University Botanic Garden welcomes a new season by celebrating that most glorious of mood lifters: blossom Images by Howard Rice The sight of spring blossom...

This month, Sally Petitt turns her attention to the orchid family – bewitching in both breadth and beauty Images by Howard Rice Did you know the orchid family is actually...

Sally Petitt welcomes a little winter cheer into January, as snowdrops prepare to bring a sense of spring optimism to gardens across the region Images by Howard Rice January can...

Tempted to hang up your gardening gloves for the season? Cambridge University Botanic Garden’s Sally Petitt reminds us that there’s important work still to be done! Images by Howard Rice...

Our gardens are a real sanctuary for small mammals, birds and insects at this time of year. Sally Petitt suggests some easy ways we can help them thrive Plant images...

Sally Petitt inspires us to bring seasonal interest to our gardens with plants and trees that put on the best autumn show It’s easy to think that the end of...

Invest a little time in taking cuttings, and you can soon fill out your garden without needing to reach for your wallet, says Sally Petitt The idea of free plants...

As we return from summer escapes spent soaking up the climate and culture of destinations near and far, Sally Petitt explains how we can harness horticultural inspiration to keep those...

Drawing inspiration from the sweet perfume of Cambridge University Botanic Garden, Sally Petitt discusses planting for scent The appeal of a garden can vary greatly between one person and another....

Sally Petitt, Cambridge University Botanic Garden’s head of horticulture, considers the enduring appeal and care of roses For many, a rose-filled garden is the epitome of an English garden. With...