Essay
Force Yourself: Growing Hyacinths ‘On Glass’
Finding the roots of forcing hyacinths for a delicious spectacle and scent.
Flowers
Essay
How Now Brown Flower? What's New in Gardeners' World?
As a learner gardener, I'm keen to create a chic, on-trend garden. But what's in and what's been weeded out, according to the heralds of horticulture? Could I become a trendsetter - by accident?
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Roses all the Way, But None of Them From Here
Could Valentine's Day fall at a less inconvenient time of year for gardeners? The demand for red roses cannot be met in our winter gardens. Would St Valentine - and more importantly, our loved one - mind if we chose a more seasonally available posy?