Author: Rosie Peddle

In the Algarve, we have a “Mediterranean” climate. This means that during a large part of the year we have no rainfall. It is these arid conditions that can really

The Algarve has a Mediterranean climate – long, hot, dry summers with an average range of 20-30°C, and cool, wet winters with an average minimum range of 4-10°C. Rainfall is

One of the pleasures of moving to the Algarve from more northern parts of Europe should be leaving the lawn mower behind in the shed – and leaving the servicing

The Algarve is not unique in experiencing devastating wildfires in native vegetation. This is a natural part of living in a Mediterranean ecosystem. I am not going to deal with

… along comes another one. You may have heard about a black beetle which attacks plants of the Agave family. Unfortunately, this has now arrived in Algarve gardens. It is

The Algarve is associated with homes smothered in bougainvillea, orange lantana hedges and pink and white oleander lining roadsides. Making a garden here gives the opportunity to open the ‘paint

Normally, spring is the best time to see changes and improvements at the garden, but our usual programme of Open Days had to be cancelled, so many missed the chance

Just as many adults have appreciated the opportunity to enjoy their gardens during the last few weeks, it has been even more important to use any available safe outside space

Something you may have always wanted to try but never quite got around to – now is your chance. There is nothing so thrilling as the sight of those little