Robin Lane Fox

Despite wild temperature swings, the Pennsylvania heartland of horticulture puts on a riotous spring display, with many a trick worth imitating

Things have changed since 1963, but despite the departures there’s much on offer to relish

The annual London event was on splendiferous form, rectifying gaps and reinvigorating its network of exhibitors

Exhibitors at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show shared their top selections — and timely tips for looking after them

Those that thrive in hot climates, others that flower monthly, or which have unusual hues. Take your pick, but choose wisely

It seemed beyond repair but this grand mountain scheme in Yorkshire has been revived after decades of decline

From philadelphus, or mock orange blossom, to dianthus from the ‘Scent First’ series — midsummer never smelt so sweet

The National Garden Scheme offers the opportunity to peek into some little-known plantsman paradises

Even brief temperature spikes can kill plants or stress roots — particularly if they are over-planted or in plastic containers

Drought-resistant, naturalistic planting makes this site unlike any other Royal Park — and all the better for it