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For gardeners across North London, February marks a quiet turning point. Hellebores are holding the last of their peak display, snowdrops continue to drift through woodland corners, and the garden seems to pause—poised between winter restraint and the promise of movement ahead. It is precisely at this moment that the camellia steps forward: that most aristocratic of flowering shrubs, unfurling its flowers with a calm confidence that rewards the patient gardene...

If you've admired those dancing white flowers with golden centres in the gardens at Hampstead Heath, or spotted masses of pink blooms brightening up a Highgate front garden in late summer, you've probably fallen for Japanese anemones. These charming, hardy perennial plants have been gracing British gardens since Victorian times, and they're having a serious moment in North London gardens right now.

The Pantone 2023 colour of the year, viva magenta 18-1750, is a colour full of strength, exuberance, joy and optimism. From plants to accessories, there are many ways to bring the 2023 Pantone colour of the year into your home and garden.

Start deciding which edible flowers to grow as early as possible in the year so you can plan and make sure you have the seeds or plants available and that your soil is prepared, ready to sow and plant at the right time of year. It is a great experience growing edible flowers because they look great in the garden and provide nectar for pollinators and pick some for home-cooked food, cocktails, and even medicines. Here are four things you should keep in mind when you decide to grow edible flowers.