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Pick of the bunch Arundel Castle is poised for its annual Tulip Festival this month – with more than 36,000 colourful blooms on show, it promises to be a true floral spectacular
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Out of the box Thea and Dirk van Maldegem turned adversity into a virtue when an attack of box blight in their garden presented them with an opportunity to think anew and create an eco-friendly haven in the Zeeland countryside
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The guest list Uninvited garden plants aren’t necessarily a bad thing, says naturalist Richard Mabey. His own patch is all the richer for an array of incomers that rouse fond memories, reveal the garden’s history or have a tale to tell
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Playing with colour Gardening is an art in more ways than one. Danish writer and TV presenter Claus Dalby emphasises the importance of colour in achieving the perfect combination of form, style and structure
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From major to minor In part two of a series of four, we discover how the strong structure of Mary Keen’s winter garden underpins the new season’s gentler planting
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Who’s who We talk to Jennifer Trehane, the leading authority on camellia cultivation
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Design ideas Step this way for garden designer James Alexander-Sinclair’s introduction to outdoor stairways. First, get the basics sorted and then create your very own flight of fancy
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One step at a time Thanks to some resourceful recycling Frank is rediscovering the outer reaches of his Californian garden
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Shop Find your ideal product at the Gardens Illustrated online shop, with 20% off this month
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Gardening talent Introducing Natalie Chivers, curator at Treborth Botanic Garden in Wales
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Editor’s letter
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Made in Denmark
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Gardens of Wiltshire
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2017 workshop dates and venues (see map for venue locations)
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Places to visit
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IN THE GARDEN
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Rhubarb ketchup
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48 tulips to admire at Arundel Castle
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Nature’s light and shade
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Plant interest
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9 of Thea and Dirk’s favourite plants for a spring garden
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Cultivation
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Scones with spiced rhubarb jam
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Raspberry and white chocolate macaroons
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12 favourite plants for spring colour
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An informative and thought-provoking read for florists and plant lovers alike, packed with historical references and botanical facts.
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An authoritative study of the relationship between architecture and landscape as viewed through the work of five architects.
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A well-conceived book for budding gardeners that achieves its aim of remaining informative without being overwhelming.
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A practical, behind-the-scenes guide to all you ever needed to know about preparing for a British flower and produce show.
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VERDON GREY LTD
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WIN a luxury two-night break and a Treasure Houses of England Gold Pass
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WIN a Compact Cordless power system from STIHL worth £1,000
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Nursery Collection
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Spring gardens to visit