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DNPBE6 The field of red poinsettias being grown for Christmas in Cambridgeshire.

Learn the secrets of poinsettias to help them thrive

7 December 2022

Shop-bought poinsettias produce a stunning display of crimson, and these tropical plants can be coaxed into an encore performance if you have the patience, says Clare Wilson
Orchidomania: A history of our obsession with orchids

Orchidomania: A history of our obsession with orchids

23 November 2022

These images from a new illustrated book chart the long human love affair with orchids, the incredible family of flowering plants that continue to captivate us today
Containers with Tulipa 'Brilliant Orange' underplanted with Myosotis 'Bluesylva' bedding.

How to grow tremendous tulips

9 November 2022

Colourful tulips are a great addition to gardens in spring. From planting them at the right time to keeping an eye on water drainage, Clare Wilson has a host of good tips

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