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About Gardeningetc: who we are, what we do, and how to contact us
Everything you need to know about Gardeningetc, and how we can help transform your garden into the perfect outdoor living space
By Beth Murton • Last updated
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'We transformed an overlooked courtyard into a plant-filled entertaining space – and we love it!'
Gardens With its outdoor kitchen, secluded spots and spectacular mix of bold exotic plants, this courtyard entertaining space is packed with late summer color and clever ideas
By Jill Morgan • Published
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Best outdoor fridge: keep drinks cool in the garden this summer
Outdoor living Save yourself repeated trips indoors for a top up with the best outdoor fridge. These compact designs will transform your garden into an alfresco kitchen and bar
By Ginevra Benedetti • Last updated
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These are our favourite Amazon garden furniture pieces ahead of Prime Day
Furniture Discover 10 incredible Amazon garden furniture pieces for summer to snap up a bargain this Prime Day
By Annie Collyer • Last updated
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The RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2022: a complete guide
Gardens Discover all you need to know about the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2022 – the world's largest annual flower and garden festival
By Holly Crossley • Published
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How we test products on Gardeningetc
Find our how we test products for our buying guides and reviews
By Lindsey Davis • Published
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Life after the Chelsea Flower Show: where do the gardens go?
Gardens For some gardens, the Chelsea Flower Show is only part of their journey – we talk to designers about what comes next for their designs
By Teresa Conway • Published
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The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022: what to expect from this year's event
Gardens Plan your visit to RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022 with our guide, including what to see and ticket info
By Sarah Wilson • Published
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Community gardening: the joys of growing greener spaces together
Gardens Community gardening is on the up – we explore what it is, the benefits, and how you can get involved
By Holly Crossley • Published
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This Moroccan-style courtyard garden is packed with clever, budget-friendly features
Ideas A once shabby courtyard garden has been transformed into a colorful sanctuary inspired by a trip to Marrakesh
By Katie Gibbs • Published
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Growing concerns: how a global climate crisis is impacting the way we garden
Gardens In a world of turbulent weather, you may have begun to notice how this is impacting your own outdoor spaces. Here's what some of the world's leading voices have to say
By Teresa Conway • Published
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The time to go peat free is approaching, but what does it mean for gardeners?
Gardens Is multi-purpose peat-free compost a direct replacement for peat and do we know how to use it? Amateur Gardening's editor Garry Coward-Williams investigates
By Garry Coward-Williams • Published
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Before and after: this dated balcony is now an urban jungle with a retro aesthetic
Outdoor Living The space combines the swinging sixties with contemporary garden trends – and the transformation is unrecognizable
By Megan Slack • Published
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Gardening for mental health: how the 'green pill' can benefit well-being
Gardens We talk to experts in the field about the advantages of getting outdoors and tending to nature
By Holly Crossley • Last updated
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Garden makeover: a walled garden transformed by trial and error
Ideas This professional looking outdoor space was created by amateur gardeners and is packed with inspiring ideas, from amazing planting to a DIY pathway
By Nicola Stocken • Published
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This disused corner of a garden has been transformed into a chic suntrap with a DIY pergola
Outdoor Living A DIYer has reimagined their space with a pergola and monochrome outdoor furniture
By Millie Hurst • Last updated
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A couple has made a cozy DIY garden shelter out of fence panels
Outdoor living With its pizza oven and Aldi Kamado BBQ, this outdoor kitchen is perfect for alfresco entertaining
By Millie Hurst • Published
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Garden makeover: small urban plot transformed with a clever mix of foliage plants
Ideas Garden designer Jilayne Rickards turned her shady plot into a planting paradise full of seasonal color
By Jill Morgan • Published
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Garden makeover: small plot transformed using smart storage and design tricks
Ideas Limited space didn’t deter this couple from creating a multi-use outdoor room that’s both fun and practical
By Teresa Conway • Published
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Garden makeover: a secluded tropical oasis in the heart of a city
Ideas The owners of this traditional town garden transformed it into a tropical paradise that's packed with color and interest
By Nicola Stocken • Published
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This couple's stunning outdoor kitchen renovation is filled with Mediterranean charm
Outdoor Living The outdoor kitchen renovation took 10 months to complete and even required a crane, but the result was worth it
By Rebecca Knight • Published
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Garden makeover: a dull plot gets a new look with simple landscaping tricks
Ideas This small, rectangular garden space has been given a new lease of life with a mix of big design ideas and pretty planting
By Nicola Stocken • Published
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An overgrown side garden has become the star of the show in this beautiful garden makeover
Ideas An unloved lawn and side garden was given a new lease of life in this lovely cottage garden makeover filled with luscious greenery
By Rebecca Knight • Last updated
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Garden makeover: an uninspiring plot transformed into a stunning entertaining space
Ideas This couple cleverly linked their interior space to their garden with a combination of raised decking, established planting and smart styling. Take a tour to see how they did it...
By Ann Broad • Published
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Garden sleepers and a clever design have made a huge impact in this small space
Landscaping This sleepers planters garden makeover is proof that a clever simple design can make a big impact
By Rebecca Knight • Published
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Bespoke seating transformed this concrete yard into a Malibu-inspired haven
Outdoor Living Smart planting and a bespoke built-in bench have helped bring a dash of Malibu to a south London garden in this garden makeover
By Rebecca Knight • Published
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A couple give their garden an on-trend makeover with a pergola, fire pit and DIY water feature
Gardens They've taken a plain back garden and made it into a calming retreat with DIY know-how
By Millie Hurst • Published
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These are the top garden tool deals under £35 for Amazon Prime Day, as chosen by the Gardeningetc team
Garden Tools These are the top garden tool deals we've got on our shopping list for Amazon Prime Day
By Holly Crossley • Last updated
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This Kärcher pressure washer is on sale for £99 at Amazon – ahead of Prime Day
Garden Tools Don't miss out as this Kärcher pressure washer has £51 off at Amazon today. Just in time for Father's Day, and just before Amazon Prime Day. Get in fast!
By Annie Collyer • Last updated