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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Added-value plants: meeting the demand for edible, healthful and multifunctional greenery

One trend is quickly rising to the forefront: the demand for plants that provide added value. Today’s customers aren’t just looking for beautiful plants—they’re seeking varieties with tangible benefits, from...

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Grow your own: fruit-bearing powerhouses

We’ve entered a new consumer landscape within which health, added benefits, beauty, and taste play a large role for consumers. Plants need to attract pollinators, support the local ecosystem, and,...

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Adapting to climate change: embracing resilient plants

As climate change continues to impact weather patterns globally, the demand for resilient plant varieties that can withstand extreme conditions such as heat and drought has surged. Gardeners and landscapers...

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Horticulture trends for 2025: embracing the Unique Utopia

A prominent trend in 2025 horticulture is the Unique Utopia style, which focuses on creating joyful, creative, and liberating outdoor spaces. In a world filled with various crises and everyday...

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Pantone colour of the Year and plants that match

Pantone has announced its 2025 Colour of the Year, an “evocative soft brown” called Mocha Mousse, marking over 25 years of this annual tradition. The colour is described as a...

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Plants to rejuvenate the landscape after hibernation

As winter ends, this is the perfect time to refresh the landscape with highly performing plants that will attract early-season pollinators and add colour, texture, and interest to the outdoor...

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Self-sustaining ecosystems: creating balanced gardens for the future

Creating a self-sustaining ecosystem in the landscape mimics nature's balance, creating a low-maintenance garden that thrives and benefits the environment. At its core, a self-sustaining ecosystem is all about creating...

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A guide to the latest gardening trend: Meaningful Earth

A healthy living environment depends on biodiversity and circularity. It's no wonder that the latest gardening trend, Meaningful Earth, focuses on our planet, symbolising fertility and our connection to history....

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