Charles Burrell and Isabella Tree on the rewilding wars
The married aristocrats have created a haven on their 3,500-acre Knepp estate – but find themselves at the centre of…
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A garden should primarily be for enjoyment
New gardeners should first ask themselves how they want their space to feel, before seeking advice on what to grow.
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At Chelsea Flower Show, I find a rare thing: a truly unforgettable garden
Sarah Price’s planting, inspired by the artist Cedric Morris, is for both dreaming and living in.
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Dead birds falling from the sky is a bad omen for the planet
A new variant of avian flu derived from intensive poultry farming is decimating British wildlife.
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The quiet persistence of the orchid
The plant has a habit of flowering when we least expect it, and has turned many humans into magpie-like collectors.
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The magic of pressing flowers in spring
In my decades-old hobby, I cut the head off an iris, spin the wingnuts on my press, and put the…
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Consider the noble octopus
The Canary Islands will soon host the world’s first industrial octopus farm. But there is no humane way to slaughter…
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Spring reflection: What tadpoles taught me
When they turn to tiny tailed froglets and scramble into damp grass, we learn something about letting go.
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