Hurrah for heavenly hydrangeas

These trendy shrubs are full of flower power now and there’s a great diversity within this much-loved group of plants, says Val Bourne

There’s a mophead or lace cap shrub for every garden, says Rosie Irving

The numerous cultivars of Hydrangea paniculata are famed both for their floral flamboyance and intricacy. The masses of conical or cloud-like flowerheads, prominently positioned at the stem tips, offe

Plants that brim with colour through the cooler months

It’s here again: that most exciting time of year, when gardeners grapple with their willpower and try not to get too carried away as they place their spring bulb order. There are so many reasons why p

Lift your spirits and your landscape with easy pops of colour in any border