English designer, food writer and avid gardener Sophie Conran created these beautiful, functional tools for use in her own garden. Emphasizing comfort and efficiency, each finely crafted tool is engineered with unique features that simplify everyday gardening jobs. All tools, except for the stainless-steel secateur, combine beech wood handles with brass ferrules and polished steel […]

The best beginner gardening flowers are: Marigolds: These bright blossoms tolerate heat well and bloom throughout the season, right up until frost. Remove dead blossoms to keep new buds coming. Zinnias will grow without any special treatment. Tall varieties may need to be tied to a stake to keep them from flopping over. Pinch off […]

It’s important to select plants that match your growing conditions. This means putting sun-loving plants into a sunny spot, choosing heat-tolerant plants in warm climates, and giving ground-gobbling vines like pumpkins and melons ample elbow room (or a trellis to climb). Do your homework and pick varieties that will grow well where you live and […]