Graham Rice

Graham Rice is a garden writer and plantsman, who is editor-in-chief of the RHS Encyclopedia of Perennials. He writes for a wide range of newspapers and magazines including The Garden and The Plant Review and is a member of the RHS Herbaceous Plant Committee and Floral Trials Committee.

Recent articles by Graham Rice

Purple flowers

Why you need these butterfly-friendly pinky-purple perennials in your garden for long-lasting colour

Formerly known as sedums, hylotelephiums are drought-tolerant perennials that offer long-lasting flowers in late summer and autumn, and are adored by bees and butterfliesShow more

Cosmos bipinnatus 'Cupcakes White'

The best cosmos to grow

Cosmos are as brilliant in the garden as they are in the vase. Plant expert Graham Rice chooses his favourite cosmos varieties to grow, and gives advice on sowing and growing them. Photographs by Jason IngramShow more

Helleborus torquatus

Species hellebores: the best for your garden

More understated than their hybridised cousins, species hellebores bring delicacy and grace to the spring garden. Plant expert Graham Rice recommends 10 of the best. Photographs by Jason Ingram.Show more

Lathyrus odoratus ‘Matucana’

The best scented sweet peas

Choose from our list of favourite scented sweet peas – perfect for your garden and hand-picked bouquetsShow more