Learn more about our favourite plants, from the experts and the enthusiasts.
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One shrub is celebrating this summer without a care in the world. It flowers for months, fills the air with scent, but could knock you off your perch. Matt Pottage wants to know if you'd invite it into your garden?
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So ubiquitous we are in danger of taking them for granted, the pelargonium has a long, aristocratic history. George Plumptre explores this posh plant's rise to fame and makes the case for declaring the pelargonium a feminist icon.
Pets
Useless pleasures?
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So... What is your favourite plant?
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From stunning blooms to unexpected cold hardiness, find out which bottlebrush varieties can transform your garden and captivate both the bees and your neighbours
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Are you powerless against a favourite plant at the nursery? Me too!
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A diverse range of plants for every kind of garden
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Seeds provide the essential momentum that pulls us forward into Spring. Even after many years, the magic of germination still thrills me.
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Looking for some fluff and droop? Well look no further...
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Yes I know everyone knows what a Wisteria is, but let me tell you about my love affair with them. I promise you'll learn something new!
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When it comes to fragrance of foliage and elegance of habit, scented Pelargoniums cannot be beaten
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Naturism is generally a good thing but not if you encounter any of these plants.