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Tom Stuart-Smith on the Crisis Facing Rousham

One of our finest historic gardens is at risk of losing its tremendous setting: garden designer Tom Stuart-Smith hopes to change that.

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Herbs of Hearth and Holiday: Sage, Bay, Rosemary

Come in from the dark and cold; the kitchen glows with light and the scent of sage, bay and rosemary. They still whisper of warmth, belonging and the promise of returning light.

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The Most Difficult Question

So... What is your favourite plant?

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Sonic Rewilding - Sound Matters

Can you hear me? Then listen up! The way we design our land and gardens can be done through the soundscape. Don’t believe me? Take a read or listen to hear more…

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Raspberry Hooray

Is it a crime to drink a pink martini now and then? Yes. It is. Find out why in this exploration of the softer side of Jam Barons and seed spitters.

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Reservations Required: A Visit to Les Jardins de Quatre-Vents

It's never too early to plan a garden visit, particularly if the garden is only open four days a year.

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Is 'No Mow May' the Right Message?

I am very glad that biodiversity conservation is finally hitting the public consciousness, but we are in danger of trapping insects in part of their life cycle and not allowing them to continue it.