Spring bulbs, which are best planted in October, can be used in "meadowy" ways instead of the usual line-'em-up approach.

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You may be familiar with the most common dog wood species, but did you know there are many more fascinating options you can ...

October is a busy month in the garden, with tasks including pruning stalwart shrubs, refreshing containers and tidying up ...

Put away your sifting pans and pick axes because there's a tree that grows the next best thing to money. Don't expect to ...

Are you an early bird or a night owl? The tendency to rise early or sleep late is determined by our circadian clock, which is ...

Callicarpa, or the beauty berry, is another gorgeous shrub to consider when looking for plants for autumn colour. As its name ...

Climbing plants are perfect for covering fences, walls, trellis, pergolas, arches, wigwams and obelisks. Choose the right one for the size of the area you want to cover and check whether it's ...

Ornamental grasses are perfect for adding structural interest to borders with their flowing foliage and attractive flowers. They last long into winter, too. There are hundreds of varieties, but the ...

Among all of the large flowers, Rafflesia arnoldi produces the biggest single bloom. Native to the rainforests of Malaysia and Indonesia, where it is one of three national flowers, the so-called ...