If you do nothing else in the garden this Autumn buy some Spring bulbs to give your garden a joyous boost from February through to May next year. You don't need to be too picky, or worry too much about what to plant - just go mad and pile them into any gaps you have in the borders, under deciduous shrubs or cram them into pots and even window boxes. These days, local DIY stores supply very decent and inexpensive collections which won't break the bank. Or you can use some of t

The great thing about Hampton Court Flower Show for me, apart from the gardens, is the relaxed atmosphere, the space and the ability to go along at the last minute as work allows. So, despite the heat I popped along on Saturday afternoon. While there were some worthy themes to the gardens, I suspect what most people come away with are some ideas about summer planting and a few choice design ideas for their own gardens (plus a few plant purchases!). As a designer I tend to foc