A new leaf: cheap and low-cost ways to bring a garden to life

Experts and readers give tips on making the most of your outdoor space without spending thousandsYou don’t need a luxury patio set, a subscription to a seed club or a pair of fancy gloves to have a great garden. Some of the most charming outdoor spaces have been created with hardly any budget at all – just a bit of time, a few innovative ideas and maybe the occasional raid of the recycling bin.British garden owners say they would consider spending up to £4,700 to create their d