One of the most underrated summer flowering bulbs is eucomis, or pineapple lily. Everyone thought they weren’t hardy, but they’ve proved to be very hardy – although they don’t particularly like wet wi

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

I absolutely adore smaller gladioli like Gladiolus communis subsp. byzantinus. It can naturalise, which is a really positive thing for the garden. For anyone who’s terrified of having pink in their ga

Dahlias are gorgeous. They’re easy to care for, which is a bonus when you’re a grower, and florists absolutely adore them as a focal flower. Their vase life is about five days and, once cut, they don’

The appearance of the first spring blossom is a much-anticipated seasonal landmark, capturing all the excitement and promise of this wonderful time of year. There is an overwhelming selection of sprin

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