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We're making a difference in Lichfield Aug 20 2009

In a parish near Lichfield the whole community is doing its bit to go green. Justine Halifax explains their high-tech approach.Read

A secret garden paradise in Birmingham Apr 03 2009

Ankle deep in rubble and dust, it’s hard to believe that this muddy building site is soon to become Britain’s best-loved garden – especially as it is television’s best-kept secret.Read

Small is beautiful for city living gardens, says Charlie Dimmock Mar 27 2009

Small can be beautifulRead

Living inside the factory Nov 05 2008

Jon Perks visits a young family serious about DIY.Read

Life through a lens for Tamara Peel Oct 31 2008

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder – especially when the beholder is photographer Tamara Peel.Read

Alys Fowler digs the Birmingham garden scene Oct 12 2008

When Alys Fowler isn’t knee deep in the BBC’s Gardeners’ World plot she is rummaging around in Birmingham skips. Read

Reel life above The Electric Cinema Sep 11 2008

Jon Perks meets the couple for whom the term ‘home cinema’ has a whole new meaningRead

Home truths of sustainable living Aug 06 2008

From a City Car Club to a central boiler, David Faers reports on a new generation of eco-friendly housing developments. Read

Art of glass Jul 31 2008

The International Festival of Glass and British Glass Biennale exhibition are both taking place for the third time this August throughout Stourbridge’s historic Glass Quarter in the West Midlands.Read

Compost Corner Jul 03 2008

The secret of good soil is attributed to its composition – each year we throw away tonnes of precious nutrients that could help our gardens really thriveMillions of tonnes of garden waste, such as grass cuttings, prunings and leaves, are sent to landfill sites each year – in fact it equates to filling the Royal Albert Hall with grass, twigs and leaves more than 70 times over!Read

Prince Caspian found in Narnia garden at Summer Festival Jun 11 2008

Thousands flocked to the National Exhibition Centre for the return of the BBC Summer Festival and to gain a glimpse of The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian star Ben Barnes.Read

Using candles to light up your garden Apr 26 2008

Hannah Stephenson looks to spruce up her patio by investing in some light.Read

Add some flavour to your garden with Italian herbs Apr 26 2008

Everyone should make space to grow some fresh herbs, even if it is just a small pot on the kitchen windowsillRead

Choosing the right lawnmower Apr 12 2008

As the weather promises to warm up, gardeners will be setting their lawnmower blades high to give their grass the first cut of the season. Read

Building your own dream home Apr 06 2008

Husband and wife team Michael and Emma Holmes reveal in a new book how to do home renovation the right way.Read

Blooming lovely in Moseley Mar 31 2008

Moseley's bid for glory in this year's Britain in Bloom competition.Read

Beautiful and easy-to-please perennials Mar 31 2008

Fashions come and fashions go. Cannas are definitely "in", thanks to Christopher Lloyd, but no one seems to grow gladioli.Read

Finches thrive but gardens see fewer birds Mar 26 2008

The number of finches in UK gardens was at their highest level for five years this winter following a shortage of food supplies in the wild, a survey revealed today. Read

Pruning gets you branching out for stronger shrubs Mar 22 2008

The time has come to bring out the ruthless streak in gardeners, although perhaps not surprisingly, being the caring bunch of folk that we are, this is usually easier said than done.Read

How your garden can help sell your house Mar 22 2008

Thinking of selling your home? Better spruce up your front garden and get some kerb appealRead

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