Ornamentals

Growing cosmos flowers is easy!

Wed, 06/10/2021 - 4:22pm

The versatile cosmos is a generous and easy addition to your cut-flower patch, writes Eliza Henry-Jones.

Tue, 16/02/2021 - 2:45pm

Helen McKerral has long been captivated by the bonnet-like, bee-attracting aquilegias.

Wed, 25/11/2020 - 4:45pm

Although blue flowers are relatively rare, they are well worth searching out, writes Helen McKerral, adding beauty and colour to your garden.

Sat, 01/08/2020 - 5:00pm

These are all names for old-fashioned Dianthus species says Penny Woodward

Sat, 11/05/2019 - 2:40pm

Planting poppy seed, Penny Woodward explains, takes a little care.

Thu, 07/06/2018 - 12:00am

Penny Woodward investigates roses of yesteryear, and lists her top picks.

Sat, 16/12/2017 - 2:29pm

Penny Woodward says that despite its delicate looks, love-in-a-mist is surprisingly tough and easy to grow.

Tue, 18/07/2017 - 2:35pm

Penny Woodward says she wouldn't be without these surperb ornamental salvias in her garden.

Sun, 14/08/2016 - 6:03pm

PENNY WOODWARD says that you can have your say about these iconic gardens.

Sun, 22/02/2015 - 3:57pm

Sometimes we forget about the tough, hard working plants in our gardens, says PENNY WOODWARD