Beginners guide
Just a little know-how will soon have you reaping gardening rewards. Start with a few simple tasks – we give you step-by-step guides and tips to help you
Learn moreGrow Your Own
Nothing beats the taste of fresh fruit, vegetables and herbs grown in your own garden - or the satisfaction and enjoyment you can get from doing it. Not sure what to grow or where to start? We have all the tips and advice you need
Learn morePopular plants
Be inspired to grow with a range of popular, easy to grow plants. Learn more about each genus, which ones will work for you and how to grow them in your own garden.
Learn moreNew-build garden
A new-build garden might seem daunting, but it’s the perfect place to find your inner gardener and put your creativity into practice
Learn moreGardening for health and wellbeing
How gardens boost your mental and physical health
How to grow happy
Getting your hands dirty (or even just being in a garden) can benefit the mind, body and soul; see our top tips for harnessing the power of gardening to improve your mental health and wellbeing
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A scientist's view
Professor Alistair Griffiths explains why a seismic shift in attitudes is occuring as ever-more evidence shows how important gardens and plants are for our physical, mental, and social wellbeing
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Transforming lives
From private plots to hospital gardens, churches, allotments and prisons, people all over the country are harnessing the power of gardening for good
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Visit the most amazing Royal Horticultural Society gardens
Hyde Hall - Essex
Opening times
Monday – Sunday 10am – 6pm
Last entry to garden 5pm Open daily except Christmas Day
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