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The Most Difficult Question
So... What is your favourite plant?
Plant profile
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Whispers of Granny's Bonnets: The Quiet Confidence of Aquilegias
Aquilegias are here, and they are truly beautiful.
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The Magic of Seeds
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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Discover the Wonderland of Wisteria: A Gardener's Guide
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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The Original Croconut
Explore the ephemeral beauty of Crocus tommasinianus and its offspring as they enliven the bright days of early spring.
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Trees: A Requiem
'Suburbia is where the developer bulldozes out the trees, then names the streets after them.' Bill Vaughan.
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The Garden as a Reservoir of Memories
Each year the reappearance of certain plants in our gardens rekindles memories of people and places that have touched our lives in one way or another.
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Ten Out of Ten for Narcissus
Narcissus are gradually getting more of the limelight these days, and rightly so. Here I make a case for this wonderful family of plants, explaining the characteristics I look out for in our trials - read on to discover my top ten.
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Scented houseplants: the good, the bad and the truly stinky
Everyone wants to know which houseplants to grow to make their home smell good. Here are the answers, along with the one thing you can do to stop your houseplant soil from smelling bad
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The Sweet Pea Set: Joining the Society
In pursuit of excellence in sweet pea growing, I stumble upon the National Society of Sweet Peas. Join me in this world of affionados and
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Saving Stories in the Landscape: The Monkey Puzzle Debate
An original vision, with disobedient garden owners and a marmite tree species - can it end happily?