Plants

Chaenomeles speciosa 'Yukigotan' c. Jason Ingram
January 27 2012

Chris Marchant of Orchard Dene Plants picks Chaenomeles speciosa 'Yukigotan' as one of her February plant highlights PLUS places to visit to see plants at their seasonal best

Daphne bholua 'Jacqueline Postill' c. Jonathan Buckley
January 20 2012

Expert plantsman Roy Lancaster gives his tips on how to grow Daphnes to fill your garden with scent right through the winter and beyond

Flower border c. Noel Murphy
December 20 2011

Every garden needs a few special plants that seed themselves, springing up to fill gaps and make spontaneous combinations. Here plantswoman Derry Watkins gives us her guide to the best

Hamamelis x intermedia ‘Arnold Promise’
November 29 2011

Even in December there are still plants that will illuminate your garden. John Hoyland chooses a selection including this delightful witch hazel.

Autumn leaves c. Tim Sandall
October 26 2011

Every garden needs some vibrant colour in autumn – but which trees offer the most sensational display? Tony Kirkham of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew lists some of his favourites.

Chasmanthium latifolium c. Rachel Warne
October 23 2011

Fill your garden with colour and scent as autumn turns to winter. John Hoyland picks the grass Chasmanthium latifolium as just one possible plant highlight.