
Fiona Cumberpatch
An experienced freelance journalist, editor and columnist, Fiona specialises in all things garden-related. She enjoys finding and writing about all kinds, from the tiniest town plots to impressively designed ones in grand country houses. She believes that gardening is for everyone, and it doesn’t matter if you have a single window ledge or an acre, there’s always peace and joy to be found outside. She has also completely renovated the small town garden at the rear of her Edwardian terraced house, taking it from a bare plot after her house renovation to a colourful space packed with clever ideas. Even though it is only a small space she has successfully filled it with flowers, climbers, colour, fragrance – and as many of her treasured vintage finds as she can possibly fit in.
Latest articles by Fiona Cumberpatch

Want more privacy in your garden? These 10 trees are the perfect solution to screen a plot from view
By Fiona Cumberpatch published
Plants The best trees for privacy offer a subtle and well-placed screen rather than blocking views and restricting light

These trees are perfect for small gardens – they'll add colour and structure but won’t take over your space
By Fiona Cumberpatch published
Plants Introduce height, colour and year-round interest to a compact plot with these beautiful trees chosen for smaller outdoor spaces
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