Several fuchsia varieties are totally hardy outside in the UK, even in the toughest winters. To protect them a thick layer of compost or bark spread in the autumn helps to ensure the frost does not penetrate down and damage the crown of the plant. Adam Pasco has some tips on how to look after them as we move into spring.

Now is the time of year to think about ordering your summer flowering bulbs. Adam Pasco is a big fan, finding it hard to resist the mail order companies and garden centres. Some of Adam’s regular favourites are begonias, dahlias, canna lily and pineapple lily.

Adam Pasco talks about Citrus.