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Two passions, ancient history and gardening, intersect during an expedition in Pakistan
The show, in its 75th year, prompts reflection on the power of plants to unite people
Because harvesting peat causes massive carbon release, its use is being abandoned by both outdoor and indoor growers
These are one of summer’s glories and it pays to know about their preferences in terms of soil and growing conditions
Traditionalists argue for native species but others claim non-native plants can help ensure our woodland’s survival amid rising temperatures
Ryan Bowden almost fell off his ladder when he received his first wave hello from the monarch
Don’t be afraid to bend — or upend — guidance on what you should plant and where
A Florida exhibition pairs plantings with the Art Nouveau artist’s favourite colours to reveal his natural inspirations
Collectors can pay four-figure sums for a rare bulb, while others have a passion for saving varieties from extinction
Gardeners and scientists are increasingly aligned — but can they agree on a solution for slugs?
He has staged art shows from Kandinsky to Dalí but Vicente Todolí’s biggest curatorial project yet is his 40,000 sq metre citrus farm in Spain
Alice Vincent talks to women about how they connect with nature through their gardens
Whether you reach for old faithfuls or decide to experiment, now is the time to select for colour and scent
Entrepreneurs are incorporating miniature gardens (and sometimes more) into a range of furniture
Motor-up for February
A new book tracks these delightful plants around the world with erudition and enthusiasm
Goodbye geranium, hello houpara as the houseplant goes totally jungle
Gardens do not simply emerge, they must be shaped in terms of spacing, soil, height and colour
The instant sunshine of the plant world is the queen of winter blooms
After December’s excesses, look ahead to planting wholesome varieties, both old friends and new entrants
These choices will have your garden in flower by the end of that month
From torrential rains to summer drought, from heatwave to brutal cold spell, plants were tested as rarely before
Top outdoor designers on how we will approach our outdoor space
This year, I managed to get a front-row seat for the annual badgers’ New Year extravaganza in my garden
These are increasingly endorsed as being more resilient and environmentally friendly than plants grown in pots
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