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A trip to David Austin’s show gardens in Shropshire provides inspiration
The grounds created by landscape gardener Todd Longstaffe-Gowan at Nicola Reed’s country estate have ignited an unusual business
Plants from the Himalayas, the Antipodes and beyond are thriving at Branklyn Garden
What is the name for having the opposite of green fingers?
The fashion designer and illustrator Virginia Johnson shows the FT her urban sanctuary in Toronto
Fifteen sculpture parks, installations and alfresco spaces to enjoy around the world
Species such as weigela, salvia and choisya will prolong the pleasure of seasonal blooms
‘The preparation doesn’t happen by magic. Rope in a teenager to help, then focus on partying’
The exhibitors at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show were on hand with plenty of advice and inspiration
Discover the capital’s most interesting hidden green spaces — and their restorative role
Meet Carry Somers and filmmaker James Levelle, the activists behind fashion’s transparency revolution
Species such as liburnica, clematis and honeywort can serve as reminders of carefree holidays
The photographer’s floral images embodied his passions and contradictions, as highlighted in a new exhibition
When it comes to building outdoor spaces, it’s no pane, no gain
With a focus on diversity, mental health charity and smaller gardens, this year’s Royal Horticultural Society event isn’t exclusively for those with big budgets
The designer was lured back to the event by a charity dear to his heart
Our columnist’s favourites, a verdict on the judges’ selections and a tribute to a veteran of the trade
‘Laying gravel instead of paving would provide space for your car and still allow plants to grow’
As the flowers come into bloom, a visit to a hidden London landmark reveals a display of this most classical of motifs
One theme of this year’s Chelsea Flower Show is the modestly sized garden. Follow our expert’s tips to create a compact but floriferous retreat
From natty napkins to outdoor lighting, check out our selection of stylish accessories
How a century-old institution is cultivating diversity, widening access and embracing contemporary themes
Endless upkeep, environmental costs — it is time to ditch our outdated obsession
It’s smart to beat the spring shopping surge — just remember there can be frosts until June
But control them in an environmentally friendly way — and acknowledge that molluscs also have their merits
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