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.

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Welcome

We love August • As you can see from the picture – and from your garden – August is a month for bright colours. It is the technicolour dreamcoat of summer, as all the annuals that you so lovingly nursed in the spring (and protected from the ravages of rampaging molluscs) are repaying their debt and brightening your garden. Your borders, baskets, containers and troughs should be brimming with pep and zing. The dahlias are kicking off and the late-flowering perennials are just beginning to stretch their limbs. Many people may be on a distant beach somewhere but, personally, I would rather be in my garden.

Expert’s choice Buddleias • Free-flowering butterfly magnets, but these shrubs have a mixed reputation. Graham Rice offers taming tips and choice varieties

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The Full Monty • Lawns can be a contentious issue among gardeners, but every plot needs planting of all stripes, and that includes a neatly clipped sward, says Monty

Have your say • The view from your side of the fence

Size really doesn’t matter

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Over the fence • Should we breed double flowers when singles are better for pollinators?

Digging deeper • Putting the spotlight on the biggest issues in gardening today

2 for 1 Gardens Summer holiday special • Join us this summer as we explore some of the UK’s best 2 for 1 Gardens to visit in August for fun days out with all the family

Container of the month • Combine drought-tolerant, pollinator-friendly perennials and pest-resistant evergreens in a found container

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Hyacinthus ‘Purple Sensation’ • This wonderful indoor bulb brings a spark of lively colour to your home at the end of the year, just when you need it most, says Anne Swithinbank

Ask Monty • Do you want more wildlife in your garden or top tips on composting and taking cuttings? Monty answers your gardening questions

Sculptures in bloom • In amongst rich layers of evergreen coniferous planting and large pots of flowers and foliage, Andy Spray has created a lush garden full of restful seating areas and sculptural delights

Secrets of a COLOURFUL GARDEN • Long-lived, dynamic colour can be easy if you use some of these classy planting partnerships, says Nick Bailey

Memories of Great Dixter • August is a great time to visit this exciting and inspirational garden, renowned for its innovative use of colour and overflowing with biodiversity – it’s truly joyful, says Carol Klein

Take inspiration • Carol picks out star plants and great wildlife habitats

Everyone in the garden • The summer holidays are the perfect time to get kids interested in gardening, nature and spending time outdoors. Ingrid Chiu shows you how with three inspiring projects for all the family

Microgreen letters • Have fun sowing seeds in the shape of your kids’ initials and grow healthy greens at the same time

Veg-print pots • Create your own bespoke plant pots by decorating them with prints made from homegrown...