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Our Carol at 80 – what a star!

CULTIVATING THE RIGHT TO GROW! • Campaign urges government and councils to ramp up community food growing, reports Ian Hodgson

Chelsea plant finalists for summer sparkle • Editor at large Ian Hodgson's pick of new Chelsea finalists and a tried and tested favourite

GARDEN helpers! • Your companions that make gardening special

A French connection! • In the six acres of grounds, Maud Peters has adopted a classical English gardening style with a dose of her own characteristic French flair

RED-DY, STEADY, GROW! • Red can be fiery and fabulous – or tricky to get right. Here’s how to choose the perfect shade and partner it well for bold, beautiful planting

How to garden alongside REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS • As high summer approaches, look out for – and help – these amazing creatures that you may find on your plot

MY 80 PLANTS FOR 80 YEARS! • As I mark this special birthday, these are the favourites that have coloured my life with meaning and memories

Our Carol is a force of nature! • As gardening’s national treasure turns 80, we pay tribute to an extraordinary plantswoman and great friend of Garden News

Over the FENCE

PLANT AN UNUSUAL HANGING BASKET • Use an old colander to create a plant-packed display

FILL GAPS IN BORDERS • Now’s the time to add some summer stars for a burst of colour

COLOUR THE CHELSEA WAY • Pick the best palettes from this year’s show to grace your own garden

SOW PLENTY OF HERBS • It’s just the right time for annual and perennial types to crop perfectly

Figs, nips and fruitful tips! • A bit of mid-season fussing sets you up for juicy rewards later on

Plum clafoutis

Grow perfect penstemons • I was offered some expert tips by a Chelsea gold medal winner!

THE PROBLEM SOLVER

TEA BREAK • Weekly prize crossword

Pick of the POST

The easy way to clear your pond!

Add cheery colour with Pansy ‘Summertime Mix’

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