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Pulmonaria 'Diana Clare'
Plants

Tom Massey: 21 sustainable and beautiful plants

By placing the furniture at the rear of the space, Stefano gave his clients a new perspective on the garden. A large Cornus kousa var. chinensis behind the sofa provides privacy and a sense of enclosure, complemented by the branches of an overhanging magnolia.
Urban

New planting ideas for small gardens

Corydalis flexuosa ‘China Blue’
Flowers

Corydalis: how to care for, plant and the best garden Corydalis

Gresgarth Hall sits at the mouth of a wooded valley, with the brook Artle Beck drawing a sweeping curve as it rushes past the house. Dark yew hedges stamp formality near the house and echo the stone walls etched on the hills beyond.
Rural

Creating a country garden at Gresgarth Hall

Hydrangea aspera ‘Villosa Group’
Plants

Nigel Dunnett: 21 sustainable and beautiful plants

Erythronium revolutum
Flowers

Erythroniums: how to care for, plant and the best garden erythroniums

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Advice

Expert tips on choosing the right plants for your garden
Photography by Jason Ingram
Gardens

White magic: how to propagate snowdrops

Solanum laxum 'Alba'
Plants

Does 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

15 of the best climbing supports for 2021

Apricot Twist
Plants

The brightest and best wallflowers

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