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Inspiration

Find ideas for borders, plant combinations and more
Erythronium caucasicum
Plants

Plants for February

Moyses Stevens Flowers on a grey background
Flowers

Best flower subscription services for 2023

Helleborus x hybridus Pink Red
Plants

How to grow hellebores

Digitalis purpurea Albiflora
Plants

Sowing biennials: how and when to sow and which to grow

Hever Castle Pergola Walk
How to...

How to stop squirrels eating your tulip bulbs

An illustration showing the plants used in a bold design for a late summer border by gardener Andrea Brusendorf
Planting ideas

Late summer planting plan using tried and tested plants

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Advice

Expert tips on choosing the right plants for your garden
Galanthus plicatus 'Golden Fleece'
Bulbs

Yellow snowdrops? Yes, they do exist – and come at a high price

Solanum laxum 'Alba'
Plants

Does English ivy damage walls?

Morton hall fritillary meadow
Gardens

Fritillary meadow at Morton Hall Gardens: how to manage a meadow

Plant hardiness rating
Plants

Plant hardiness ratings explained

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Planting solutions

The right plant for the effect you want to achieve
Agave and other dry-climate plants are highlighted in a Spanish garden by the sunrise
Plants

Tips for planting in a dry climate

Peacock Trellis
Garden Equipment

The best climbing plant supports for 2023

Erysimum Apricot Twist
Plants

Erysimum: planting and care, plus the best varieties to grow

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