If you live in a small flat or house, you needn’t give up on the dream of growing your own fruit, veg or herbs, or tending to small plants. Anyone with a window or small balcony can set about creating ...

Big Ideas for Small Spaces: Creative Ideas and 30 Projects for Balconies, Roof Gardens, Windowsills and Terraces (Firefly Books, 2017), by Kay Maguire and Tony Woods, introduce new and exciting ways ...

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Every product is carefully selected by our editors. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more In the warmer months, there’s nothing wrong with bringing your indoor plants outside.