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How I created a thriving no-dig vegetable garden in France

Reader Evie Eldridge shares her tips on organic gardening

Ripe red cherries growing on a leafy branch in a sunny orchard

Cherries mark the arrival of spring in France

Columnist Sue Adams appreciates the French fervour for the yearly crop

Gardening in 2026: the year of being organised

Manage seeds and maintain tools effectively for a productive year ahead

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Pumpkins are for more than just Halloween in France

The autumn vegetable is more than just decoration

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Is it possible to rent equipment in France for land clearance?

Mandatory undergrowth clearance should be done before start of summer

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Gardening tips: How to save money on essential end of summer tasks in France

Landscape architect is full of ideas for tidying up the garden before winter

French garden notes for September

Jobs in the potager, hedge trimming and French gardening boots to buy

Chocolate and coffee-coloured plants for a unique French garden aesthetic

From chocolate-scented cosmos to coffee-hued dahlias, find the perfect plants for your garden

Discover the inspiring journey of a stunning French garden transformation

British couple in Limousin overcame personal challenges to create a sanctuary now open to the public

Is there any gardening work I cannot do in France on a bank holiday?

There are rules on times when certain outside work is permitted

What you should do to your garden in France in spring

Weeding, pruning, sowing, preparing the lawn…here is how to welcome sunnier days

Now is the time for people in France to ‘scarify’ their lawn

The practice, which should be done twice a year, enables the grass to thrive

Only a few days left to trim garden hedges in France or risk a fine

Some areas ban the practice, with the recommended no-trim period lasting until August

Errors to avoid and how to help wildlife as you get your garden in France ready for spring

Gardening with care can make a big difference at this time of year

Open Gardens France: Vibrant borders and crisp hedges in Mayenne

After two years clearing rubbish and brambles, Edward Moss and David Marsh delight in sharing their ‘garden rooms’