UK households with hedges in their garden risk "six months in prison" thanks to a little-known rule. More and more gardeners across the country will be heading out into their backyards and front ...

Your front garden may feel like your personal space, but in the UK there are surprising rules on what you can and can’t grow—yes, even if you own the property. From protected plants to invasive ...

17:25, Mon, Aug 11, 2025 Updated: 17:26, Mon, Aug 11, 2025 August is a glorious time of the year to enjoy your garden, as flowers are out in full bloom and fruit and vegetables are ready to harvest.

Look at the front gardens in a typical suburban street and you're unlikely to be surprised by much. Tidy little lawns and hedges, a few prim flowers, perhaps a well-kept wooden fence. You probably ...