You don't have to plant bedding plants in beds – these delightful varieties will bring a cascade of colour to pots and ...

Knowing when to plant out bedding plants will make all the difference in whether or not you have yourself a beautifully cultivated garden throughout spring and ahead of summer. As with any job in ...

Bedding plants can be a poor choice for gardeners who care about the environment or wildlife, says Emma O’Neill, head gardener at horticultural charity Garden Organic. “Due to their cosseted ...

There is nothing shy or retiring about the best summer bedding plants. They bring energy and pizazz to any garden setting with their fanfare of colours and willingness to perform for months on end.

Packs of ready-grown bedding plants can be bought from garden centres. Look out for ready-made combinations, or buy trays of one colour to plant together and make a big impact. If you have a big ...