A vivid tapestry of green is the mainstay of any garden and retains focus during winter

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Rosie Irving explains why this resilient, wildlife-friendly plant has a place in every garden

From grasses to ferns and herbaceous perennials, these choice winter evergreens light up borders with colour and texture, says Sue Fisher

The dream for most garden owners is not to have a boundary at all – given a choice we would probably all prefer an unbroken ‘borrowed’ view, preferably of idyllic countryside or suitably breathtaking

Offering bright berries or vibrant foliage, winter is the best time to appreciate our resilient evergreens