Frost-dusted splendour

Who needs flowers? These leafy lovelies come into their own in the cooler months

Quite by accident, Anne Greenall discovered that hydrangeas flourished in her garden overlooking the Firth of Clyde and she went on to amass a collection of more than 200 varieties

These fuss-free, compact shrubs are guaranteed to provide colour and impact for years without growing out of control – which means less stress for you!

Enjoy a flourishing garden without the drudgery of daily watering in hot weather by choosing resilient, drought-resistant plants that make minimal demands on limited resources

Create a bold look in your back garden with exotic evergreens that provide low-effort drama and bold interest all year round

A close observation of the season’s cycles and respect for ecology have been the guiding principles in the development of the garden at Highlands, in the High Weald of East Sussex