Dogwood Hedges are renowned for their colourful stems and dramatic leaf colours, which can provide a bright border for the Winter garden. Find out all about the colourful cornus plant in our...

Barberry is a deciduous, evergreen shrub that grows vibrant foliage the entire season in rich burgundy, yellow or green; their constant colour makes up for the lack of showy blooms. Find out all...

Namecheck Genus: LavandulaMost common variety: English Lavender (lavandula angustifolia) Other popular varieties: French (lavandula stoechas), Fringed (lavandula dentata),...

Namecheck Genus: Choisya ternataMost common variety: Mexican Orange Blossom (Choisya grandflora)Other popular varieties: Aztec Pearl (Choisya × dewitteana), Sundance...

When shaping a topiary cube, start by trimming the top of the plant with shears to get big clean cuts. Use string tied to canes at a measured height to get a level -useful if you're trimming several...

I hadn't been trimming my hedges for long before I realised that a good pair of shears for topiary is a must-have piece of gardening gear. I've spent time doing research into this essential tool so...