There's a world of knowledge out there to tap into, whether from books, evening classes or day courses, or through specialist associations.

It's always worth having some standard reference books on your shelves, ready to dip into when you need an answer straight away. We've reviewed just some of the books we've come across over the past few years - the titles speak for themselves, but read the reviews for more details. We're planning more reviews - so come back again.

We've also listed popular books and newly published books for you to browse through.

Courses and qualifications are a minefield, so whether your interest in gardening is amateur or professional, take a look at our guide.

Take a look at our list of specialist societies and associations that can help you enjoy gardening, put you in touch with like-minded people, and provide information.

No doubt there are a lot more that we've missed, so let us know of any that you think should be on the list.