Garden designer, Joy Grey tells us now is the time to buy your spring-flowering bulbs. They’ll herald an end to dark winter days, bringing a bright splash of colour to the garden when few other plants are in flower. Bulbs and corms have much to commend them. They’re easy to grow, inexpensive and there is…

Whether you are designing your new garden yourself or calling in a professional, garden designer Joy Grey tells us why a good design brief is important. To design a successful garden stand back from what you want to see and think about what you actually need. How do you use your existing garden? How do…

If you’re planning a redesign of your outside space, garden designer Joy Grey outlines how a professional could help you make the best of your garden. Successful ‘rooms’ don’t just happen, they need careful thought and planning – they need to be designed. Your garden is possibly your biggest ‘room’ and deserves the same thought,…