Much like anything else, the plant world has its stars. The plants that get the most attention, are perennially popular — and clog up your Instagram feed whenever they’re in bloom. From the first spring cherry blossom to alliums, peonies, roses and dahlias, these are the first plants my clients mention when we start talking about planting design in a project.
But if you want something a little different, you really don’t have to look very far. Even within each of these popular species there are varieties that are more unusual; the best way to find these out of the ordinary plants is to speak to specialist nurseries, do seed swaps and get cuttings from friends with good taste.
Here are 6 slightly more unusual plants that will bring a mix of height, food for wildlife, ground cover and most importantly — fun — to your garden this summer.
This tall and fantastic beast of a plant can be quite divisive, tending to be favoured by plant lovers but not so much by people with more of a traditional view of what a garden should look like, due to their very unusual shape and the sheer size of them.
Tree echiums can grow rather large (four metres or so) but are only biennial or short living perennials so you’ll only get flowers from them once. The best time to sow seeds is between February and April (indoors) and if yours does then flower and you like it you can collect seed from it and keep growing offsprings year on year for a truly rambunctious collection.
So you’ll notice a bit of a trend here, but I love any plant that grows tall with minimal input and commitment. Herb fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is similar to the bulb that you’re used to eating.A ll of its delightful fronds tasting exactly the
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Starting a new garden from scratch can be daunting, but it’s also a fantastic opportunity to create exactly what you want. The vision I had for my new garden (two decades ago) was based on the many small English gardens that I was lucky enough to visit—not the gardens with impeccably maintained lawns and neatly clipped hedges, but those that had plants spilling out of every nook and cranny. Since its inception, the landscape has been slowly undergoing a transformation over the past decade, from a traditional shade garden to a more naturalistic one that embraces an ecology-first mindset. This evolution, however, hasn’t sacrificed the original intention of my dream garden—that it be a visually appealing space with plenty of activity.
With the third series of the hit drama about to start and The Bridgerton Garden coming to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show later this month, now is the ideal time to invest in some new plants to bring a touch of Regency glamour and romance to your garden.
ICYMI, sustainability is in this year, and unsustainable gardening practices are out. Not only are sustainable gardening practices more eco-friendly, but they are also more affordable and result in a low-maintenance and ecologically balanced landscape.
Any home garden should be able to provide a respite from the outside world. From enjoying a sunny day with the family to entertaining a group of friends after a long week at work, these environments can transform any house into a home. However, what about functionality? Why not also equip your garden with a handful of practical accessories that can make life even easier? If you are hoping to think outside of the proverbial box, the suggestions outlined below should provide a much-needed sense of inspiration.
Pale brick pavers, laid in a herringbone pattern, run from the open-plan ground floor out into the garden, creating a seamless transition between the two spaces.
As the warm weather season approaches, we asked professional gardeners and landscapers to weigh in with their insights regarding the hottest landscaping looks of the year. From creating shade gardens to mixing in darker foliage, these trends will elevate your outdoor space.
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As spring and summer approach, bringing the outside in through our home decor starts to feel very appealing. And as we've been filling our homes with floral bouquets and scrolling for the perfect seasonal pieces of home decor, a certain shell-like motif keeps popping up.