Most gardens look their best when the plants are well chosen for the conditions, rather than fought against them. Our plant guides start from the practical question: what grows happily where you actually live?
Use the guides below to discover bold foliage, useful evergreens, lime-bright shrubs and easy starter plants. Each guide links out to related sections on garden design, pots and how-to care.
Featured guides
Large-Leaved Plants: 8 Beauties to Try
Bold, architectural foliage for indoor rooms and shaded outdoor corners.
Read guide →Lime Coloured Plants: My Favourites
Chartreuse shrubs and perennials that lift any green border.
Read guide →Terrarium Plants and How to Use Them
Small, moisture-loving plants that thrive under glass.
Read guide →Best Plants for Topiary
Reliable shrubs beyond box that take to clipping well.
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