Noel Kingsbury
Noel Kingsbury is an internationally renowned writer who focuses on plants, gardens and the environment. Noel has written over 25 books on various aspects of plants and gardens four of them in collaboration with Dutch designer and plantsman Piet Oudolf. He has written for publications including Gardens Illustrated, The Daily Telegraph, The Guardian, The Garden, Hortus, The New York Times and many other publications.
Recent articles by Noel Kingsbury
Spanish landscape architect Lur's test bed garden
The garden of Spanish landscape architecture practice Lur acts as a test bed for their exciting approach to planting. Photographs by Claire Takacs
Opinion | The new RHS Level 2 certificate: everything you need to know
The popular RHS Level 2 Certificate syllabus has been changed to reflect modern horticulture. Here's RHS tutor Noel Kingsbury on what the changes mean. Plus, how to enrol on a course
Le Jardin Champêtre: Reimagining Mediterranean planting in a garden in France
There’s much to learn from this young, yet innovative garden in southwest France when it comes to interesting Mediterranean plant choices. Words Noel Kingsbury, Photos Claire Takacs
Tips for planting in a dry climate
In western Spain, a mix of drought-tolerant plants and careful design has allowed this garden to flourish, despite its extreme weather. With hot, dry weather a possible norm for our summers, take note of these tips for designing in a dry climate. Words Noel Kingsbury, photographs Claire Takacs
Which late-flowering clematis to choose
Think of clematis and you probably conjure up the large-flowered types of early summer. But most flower from midsummer to early autumn, with tiny, bell-shaped flowers. Garden designer and writer Noël Kingsbury lists 15 favourites. Photographs by Rachel Warne
A small Dutch garden with distinctive structure and planting style
The small Zeeland garden of Jopie Koens and Ton Alten has both a structure and planting style that is distinctively of its place. Words Noel Kingsbury, photographs Robert Mabic
Reduced need for water and year-round good looks in a Spanish garden
For this garden in central Spain, Fernando Martos has used planting that is absolutely of its place, with year-round good looks, and a reduced need for water – essential for this harsh climate. Words Noel Kingsbury, photographs Claire Takacs