211. Euphorbias – interesting but easy care

Being inordinately fond of euphorbias is not enough to keep them happy.

212. The fundraising sound of music

To help restore its organ, Reading Minster is holding a series of concerts. Linda Fort pulls out all the stops to explain.

213. Flora lovers walking in a carpet of bluebells

Three weeks later than usual, visitors can see carpets of British bluebells at National Trust properties near Reading.

214. A rainbow coalition blooms in my garden...

It is not without some disquiet that I discover my garden is making a very subtle political statement at the moment.

215. Singers ready for a beautiful show

An Oscar-winning musical makes its debut at The Hexagon next week. Linda Fort is the belle of the ball.

216. Enjoy the fun of Reading Community Carnival

Carnival time has come round once again and soon the streets of West Reading will be filled with music and dancing.

217. Chelsea sun to shine on Blagrave sculpture

An historic sundial designed by John Blagrave of Reading will be recreated and put on display at Chelsea Flower Show this month.

218. Introducing Fort’s first law of horticulture – frustration

There ought to be a philosophical theory or law of science on the jobs you have to do before you can do the jobs you want to do.

219. Campaigners call for Argos to act on small hutches

220. Green Park to help Reading bloom

A major business park with a green conscience has stepped in to sponsor the Reading in Bloom Schools’ Challenge.