9 of the best peaceful plants

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Liz Zorab provides inspiration for the creation of a calming ga

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Amateur Gardening Magazine

27 May 2025

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Modern Gardens

Settle in among the sunflowers

Get started today and you could be enjoying plenty of GOLDEN GARDEN moments this summer!

Grow Your Own

Plot to plate

A cheesy baked delight that has vibrant greens front and centre. These galettes are so simple to make – featuring a wholemeal flour base baked until golden, leafy spinach, spring onions and bright man

Garden Answers

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Our experts will help you get the best from your garden

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Professor Buczacki is a horticultural expert, writer and ...

The English Garden

Show & tell

Anticipation starts to build every autumn, when the Royal Horticultural Society announces the gardens for its Chelsea Flower Show, which runs from 20 to 24 May. Between then and the show’s gates openi

Countryside

25 great places to stay in ‘25

With breathtaking views, natural history and rural charm, there’s no better place to enjoy a relaxing break than the great British countryside. From cosy cottages to luxurious country estates, glamping tents to more unique holiday lets – Kate Chapman rounds up 25 of the best places to stay in 2025…