Amateur Gardening

Since 1884 Amateur Gardening has been the gardening ‘Bible’ for serious gardeners from all walks of life. With unrivalled levels of practical content written by seasoned experts, it remains the only media brand to win a coveted gold medal at the Chelsea Flower Show. We are passionate about all things horticultural and are dedicated to producing informative content that gives accurate and helpful advice. Amateur Gardening is a trusted fortnightly companion, offering guidance and advice for all green-fingered projects.

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Amateur Gardening

Say hello to Team AG at Toby’s Garden Festival • Kim and Ruth will be on hand with upbeat expert advice and chat at this great event

Community gardening gets a boost from u3a • More than 1,000 groups nationally are growing together

Making the most of a four-day weekend • There’s so much we could be doing this bank holiday!

The cuttings season is upon us • Cuttings are a simple way to increase plant stocks, for free

Taking cactus and succulent cuttings • Use the longer, brighter days to make more plants

Sensational sweetcorn, perfect peas and how to make oak leaf wine • Lucy explains how to make the most of the next few weeks

How to grow your own alpine rock garden • Nick Hamilton from Barnsdale Gardens reveals how to use alpines for year round interest

10 cracking gardening ideas for Easter • Editor and resilient gardening expert Kim Stoddart rustles up some useful, meaningful and purely fun project ideas

Bird of the month – the house martin • Martins make a welcome return after their African winter

Make way for muscari! • They may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but Camilla Bassett-Smith believes there’s a grape hyacinth for every garden

Delicious dahlia delights • From drinks to snacks, there’s always something new to try, says dahlia devotee Kim O’Brien

How to grow gorgeous geums • Mandy Bradshaw speaks to National Collection holder Sue Martin about the beauty of these versatile perennials

How to grow climbing beans, cucumber and bountiful basil • Anne explains how to get growing for sensational summer harvests

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How to create your own green roof • Rosie Irving shows you how to add colour and biodiversity to even small flat spaces

Great garden gifts for Easter • Here are some lovely suggestions to help you garden with a spring in your step

Ventilation, irrigation and growing unusual varieties • Stephanie Hafferty explains the importance of good airflow and wise watering in your polytunnel

Your GARDENING TEA BREAK • Gardening’s king of trivia and brain-teasers, Graham Clarke

Crossword… just for fun!

How to soften hard edges with planting • Liz Zorab selects the perfect plants to create a softer and more appealing look alongside pathways

How to create a wonderful water feature • Mike Palmer explains how to use water effectively to attract wildlife and keep you smiling

Perfume your evenings with scented stocks • These easy annuals will flower for weeks on end

Ask JOHN NEGUS • John is a gardening legend and here to answer your lovely questions

Where to see the best rhododendrons and azaleas • Visit these Great British Gardens for some stunning shrub displays and walks

COMPETITION TIME! • Win £2,000 towards a Log Cabin or Summerhouse from Tuin Log Cabins!

Get ready for the National Amateur Gardening Show 2025! • The relaunched show will be a fantastic weekend of green-fingered fun for all the family

Why new-build homes should have better garden options • Reader Andrew Jackson launches his...