Environmental Garden

Mulching has been noted as a great way to eliminate the challenges of gardening.

Alison Patel writes: They may not be the first thing that those interested in food growing may think of, but both corn and peppers offer a great harvest if done well.

Alison Patel writes: A woman has managed to successfully grow bananas in her garden in Ipswich, the evening star has reported.

Alison Patel writes: Brits looking to escape to the Tuscan sun are "mad" as they will be missing out on their gardens.

Alison Patel writes: A number of top plant societies have been revealed by gardening expert Val Bourne from the Telegraph.

Alison Patel writes: A new eco-community garden has been created that could provide help in the fight against cancer, climate change and global food shortages.

Alison Patel writes: A primary school has created an organic garden with support from local businesses.

Alison Patel writes: A school has transformed a piece of wasteland into a lush garden with fruit trees, vegetables and herbs, which is now being used as an outdoor classroom.

Alison Patel writes: A Welsh school has been given an award in recognition of its awareness of the environment, Wales online has reported.

Alison Patel writes: A growing body of people are looking at urban spaces to provide the answer to a food crisis that threatens to engulf us and people are asking if roof gardens and parks can provide the answer.