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Evergreen shrubs that actually flower, month by monthEvergreen shrubs that flower month by month, from Sarcococca and Daphne in winter to camellias, Choisya, escallonia, Fatsia and Mahonia, and which suit pots.
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Plant guidesWinter colour in the garden: the best plants and 5 easy ways to use themPrimroses, witch hazel, sarcococca, daphne, cornus and more: the plants that keep our garden colourful all winter, and five easy ways to use them.
Plant guidesThe Glorious Return of Gladioli: A Timeless Garden ClassicGladioli are back in fashion, and we share how to grow them with a sunny spot, corms planted 10-15cm deep and a little winter protection.
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Plant guidesHow to grow clematis: planting, evergreen types and pruning groupsWhen and how to plant Clematis, the evergreen ones that flower in winter, and the three pruning groups explained so you know when to cut yours.
Plant guidesHow to grow a cherry blossom tree in a UK gardenYou don't need a big garden for cherry blossom. Here's how to choose, plant and grow a compact cherry tree, in the ground or in a...
Plant guidesHow to create a perennial borderPerennials are the unsung heroes of the garden. Here's how to plan, plant and look after a border that comes back bigger and better every year.
Plant guidesHow to grow Agapanthus from a bare rootBare root Agapanthus are the thrifty way to a big plant. Here's when and how I plant them, in the ground and in pots.
Plant guidesHow to plant and grow peoniesPeonies are so easy once you know the one thing to get right. Here's when and how to plant them, growing them in pots, and how...
Plant guidesThe best winter flowering shrubs for scent and colourOur favourite winter flowering shrubs for scent, colour and pots, from Viburnum Dawn and Sarcococca to witch hazel and Mahonia.
Plant guidesPlants that do well in direct sunBedding, perennials and shrubs that love a hot, sunny spot, and how to keep them happy in a heatwave.
Plant guidesThe Wonders Of LavenderWe cover how to plant, water, prune and harvest lavender, plus how to dry the flowers for sachets that keep your sheets and towels smelling sweet.
Plant guidesFull of grace: MagnoliaWe answer your Magnolia questions, from compact Little Gem for small gardens to growth rates, flower shapes, scent and the soil they like.
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