Small gardens, big impact

As outdoor spaces become smaller, gardeners are looking for plants that offer maximum impact without taking over the garden. One of the strongest garden trends for 2027 is choosing compact,...

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Create a garden that keeps performing through summer

By July, many gardens have reached their peak. The challenge is no longer creating colour, but maintaining it. Gardeners increasingly want plants that continue to perform during warm weather with...

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New plants for pollinators: colour, continuity, and purpose

 Interest in pollinator-friendly planting continues to grow, driven by a deeper awareness of biodiversity and the role gardens play in supporting it. Bees, butterflies, and other insects rely on a...

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Outdoor jungle planting: lush structure beyond the living room

The appetite for jungle-style planting shows no sign of slowing. What began indoors has moved confidently outdoors, as gardeners recreate lush, immersive atmospheres in gardens, terraces, and courtyards. Large leaves,...

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Embracing the trend of lived-in gardens: cultivating authenticity

In recent years, a new trend has emerged in horticulture: the concept of lived-in gardens. This movement celebrates authenticity and a seasoned aesthetic, moving away from the polished, pristine landscapes...

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Dense, upright-growing hedges and flowering towers

Dense, upright-growing plants always stay in fashion. Whether accommodating smaller urban gardens or powerful, towering hedges, these game-changing varieties add vigour, purpose and beauty to the landscape. Flowering towers As the name...

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Therapeutic landscapes: designing gardens for health and wellness

As health and wellness become increasingly important in daily life, there’s a growing interest in creating gardens explicitly designed for mental well-being. Known as “therapeutic landscapes,” these garden spaces are...

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Thriving with drought tolerant varieties that optimise water usage: top picks for growers and retailers

As water conservation continues to gain attention, growers and retailers in the green industry are increasingly looking for plant varieties that withstand dry conditions and contribute to sustainable gardening practices....

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Plants that snails ignore

For many garden enthusiasts, snails can be a significant nuisance. Particularly in wet years, the damage caused by these slimy invaders can be substantial in both ornamental and vegetable gardens....

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Promoting biodiversity: a win for growers, retailers and ecosystems

In recent years, a new trend has taken root in the green industry—biodiversity promotion. Gardeners, landscapers, and environmentalists are showing increasing interest in plants that support local ecosystems, attract pollinators,...

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