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  1. 6 beautiful plants that flower in shade

    6 beautiful plants that flower in shade
    As residential land shrinks in size, there are many reasons that a garden might lack sun, even if it is north facing. Sun can be blocked by a tree or neighbouring building. Your own house might also cast shadows on your garden throughout the day depending on its height and surroundings. If it’s shady at your place and you love...
  2. Winter colour: our 5 favourite plants for adding winter cheer

    Winter colour: our 5 favourite plants for adding winter cheer
    After a couple of most unusual years, we're all still finding our way back to some semblance of normality and routine. With most of us having spent time isolating at home over the last three years, we think everyone could do with a little extra cheer as winter hits - and as The Garden People, the thing that cheers us...
  3. 11 edible flowers

    11 edible flowers
    From snapdragon to stock, a sprinkling of edible flowers will transform your next meal from everyday to gourmet. Here are 11 of our favourite flowers to feast on.   Daisy Bellis perennis Create a feast for the eyes and the tastebuds with common daisies. The subtle-tasting petals make a lovely garnish for savoury dishes, like sandwiches, soups and salads. For...
  4. Colourful plants that brave winter

    Colourful plants that brave winter
    As the days begin to cool, a new wave of colour invades the garden. Clockwise from top left: Japanese maple, pin oak, azaleas, crepe myrtle.   Colours glow as Japanese maples turn fiery red, crimson and gold. In cooler spots, pin oak will turn a brilliant scarlet and the orange leaves of the crepe myrtle make a last splash of...
  5. Using perennials to create a colourful display

    Using perennials to create a colourful display
    Creating a colourful display of perennials in a hanging basket or wine barrel is fun, creative, rewarding and a fab way to add a pop of perennial colour to even the tiniest of outdoor spaces.   Choosing your plants Planting one variety is the easiest and quickest way to create a colourful hanging basket or wine barrel. If you’re feeling...
  6. Growing pansies

    Growing pansies
    One look at their bright, happy faces explains their popularity.

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