Charles Quest-Ritson meets Glenn Shapiro, a former sculptor and sheep breeder who was so taken with these little alpines she now holds the National Collection of Hepatica at Silverdale in Lancashire

This spring jewel is so wonderful when it pops up in gardens, whether it is planted in borders or in areas of grass – as it is just as happy in both. The foliage will start with a slight purple tone a

John Massey’s Ashwood Nurseries has been breeding superb hellebores for the past 35 years, and they are acknowledged to be the best in the world. It all began because John was looking for winter work

A bi and Tom have a wealth of growing experience under their belts and have combined their talents to create Halecat Nursery in the Lake District. Their businesses also include Abi & Tom’s Garden Plan

Scrambling over supports and into trees, these plants are a true delight of the season, says Sue Fisher

Editor Kim Stoddart explains how to allow plants to grow a little wilder for greater all-weather protection