Great Dixter

The iconic topiaries at Great Dixter and double borders bursting with feathery perennials. A great contrast of solid and light.

Inspiring ideas for planting from Great Dixter

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A section of a 36-porcelain jar collection by ceramic artist Nici Ruggiero. She based her design on apothecary jars that would have been used by early pharmacists.

A visit to the Chelsea Physic Garden

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Designed for a recently retired couple, this garden featured sunken areas filled with gold, maroon and silver plants. The sculpture comprised crushed, rusty tin cans (looks better in person.) Obviously, this imaginary couple has more discretionary time than most.

Chelsea’s show gardens: A sampling

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Dazzling Crystal Fountain clematis at the Raymond Evison display. Blooms the size of salad plates.

Overwhelmed at Chelsea Flower Show

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Tiny, vertical space put to good use.

Flowery street scenes

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