BBC Gardeners' World

Gardeners' World Magazine is the authoritative voice in gardening, the clear market-leader since it launched in 1991. The award-winning editorial includes topical, practical advice in the readers' favourite 'what to do now' section, and regular contributions and features from the top names in BBC gardening. Packed with fresh ideas and clear advice - the innovative approach offers creative, practical and problem-solving solutions to all keen gardeners.

Welcome to New Year

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BBC Gardeners' World

We love New Year • Another Christmas has passed, another New Year’s Eve endured and here we are in what could be described as the longest and bleakest month of the year. While it is tempting to pull the duvet over your head and get stuck into the leftovers, we are here to try to bring a smile to your face and a bounce to your step as we trip lightly together along the long road to springtime. The garden is not without its wintry goodness, be it the first tiny bulbs or the heft of an evergreen shrub. Get outside, inhale some icy air and be glad to be alive.

HELLEBORE DOUBLE QUEEN MIX

The Full Monty • The new year brings a busy schedule of maintenance at Longmeadow – the perfect time for Monty to consider why gardening dreams are far more important than resolutions

3 FREE* Oriental poppy bare roots for every reader

Expert’s choice Witch hazels • Want more winter interest in your garden? These are a good option, but not all are created equally. Graham Rice helps you choose

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2 for 1 Gardens Snowdrop special • When snowdrops carpet the ground, we know that winter is nearly over. Use your 2 for 1 Gardens entry card and app to enjoy gardens known for this spectacular seasonal event

Singing their praises • Birds, and their song, are a constant at Longmeadow, and Monty is thrilled by their presence and keen to help them thrive

The 5 senses of gardening… SCENT • Arit Anderson considers how we use our senses to enhance enjoyment of our outside spaces. Here she looks at the part fragrance can play in boosting wellbeing all year round

A wilder way to garden • Discover Adam Frost’s simple, sustainable steps to support biodiversity while creating a garden that’s full of life all year round

Adam’s plants for wildlife • To attract the greatest diversity of wildlife, you need a wide range of plants in your garden. First, include different layers of plants, then try to provide habitats and food all year round. Here are a few plants I’m growing:

Quick wins for wildlife

NO-FEAR GARDENING PART 7: THE WINTER GARDEN • This is the garden’s dormant season, but that doesn’t mean gardeners can rest, so get started on your best gardening year yet. Frances Tophill shows how

Embark on a Fred. Olsen cruise • Book now for luxury cruises through the beautiful Norwegian fjords, from £699pp*

Make Growing from Seed Your New Year’s Resolution

Root of the matter! • How gardening for the soul can provide comfort, joy, hope and healing and create restorative, nature-led green spaces at the same time

podcasts • New episodes every Tuesday and Thursday, plus short bonus episodes on Saturdays

WHAT TO DO NOW • 75 things to do from the Gardeners’ World team

AROUND THE GARDEN

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