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Spectacular, intriguing and rather bizarre, Sarracenia is a group of plants that defies expectation. Their bold and colourful trumpets look exotic, even alien, yet they are resoundingly earthbound, an

Drought-tolerant succulent plants make for the perfect potted specimens

Are you hankering after a beautiful garden that is full of diversity but also one that isn’t a burden? If so, bombproof plants are the answer. These hard-working and reliable specimens will create a g

As summer arrives, salvias begin to shine bright. Gently trembling with the attention of bees, it’s hard not to notice their brilliant colourful flowers that often continue for months at a time. When

The world's finest share their tips for success

For many gardeners, midsummer is the highlight of the year when bountiful borders brim with blowsy blooms jostling for space. But creating planting palettes that are both pleasing to the eye and feel