Flowers
Flowers for UK gardens — annuals, perennials, bulbs and more, with sourced growing facts, flowering times, hardiness and care for every bloom.
Growing GuideHow to Grow Clematis: The Queen of Climbers
22 July 2026Clematis truly deserves its title as the queen of climbers, transforming walls, arches and pergolas with breathtaking flowers from spring through autumn.
Growing GuideHow to Grow Wisteria: Planting and Pruning
22 July 2026Wisteria’s cascading blooms and intoxicating scent make it a beloved garden feature, but its vigorous growth demands careful planning.
Growing GuideHow to Grow Sunflowers from Seed
22 July 2026Sunflowers are a joyful addition to any UK garden, bringing height, colour and a buzzing hive of pollinators. Their cheerful, sun-seeking blooms are easy to grow from seed, making them perfect for…
Growing GuideHow to Grow Dahlias: Tubers, Care and Cutting
18 June 2026Dahlias light up the UK garden from July through to the first frost — long after the roses have given up. If you've walked past a south-facing border in late August and thought "I want some of…
Growing GuideHow to Prune Roses: A Step-by-Step Guide for UK Gardens
18 June 2026Pruning roses is the single most important task for healthy, floriferous blooms in your UK garden. Done correctly, it encourages vigorous new growth, improves air circulation to prevent disease, and…
A-Z PlantsChinese Peony (Paeonia lactiflora)
13 June 2026Peony (Paeonia lactiflora) — UK guide to growing, planting and caring for garden peonies, with popular AGM varieties, RHS hardiness and seasonal advice.
A-Z PlantsAutumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale)
12 June 2026Grow Autumn Crocus in UK gardens with our guide. Learn planting depths, soil needs and care tips for this hardy perennial.
A-Z PlantsTulip (Tulipa)
11 June 2026Grow stunning tulips with this UK guide. Learn autumn planting depths, soil drainage tips and sun needs for vibrant spring blooms in borders or pots.
A-Z PlantsSnapdragon (Antirrhinum majus)
11 June 2026Grow colourful snapdragons (Antirrhinum majus) in your UK garden - easy annuals for borders with blooms April-Sept, perfect for cut flowers.
A-Z PlantsPoppy (Papaver)
11 June 2026Discover how to grow vibrant Papaver poppies in UK gardens: frost-tolerant, easy-care flowers blooming April-September with minimal effort.
A-Z PlantsLupin (Lupinus)
11 June 2026Discover vibrant lupin flowers for UK gardens: easy to grow perennials that fix nitrogen, attract pollinators, and add colour from April to August.
A-Z PlantsGarden Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus)
11 June 2026Discover vibrant garden cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) for stunning summer flowers, easy to grow in full sun with minimal care.
A-Z PlantsSweet Pea (Lathyrus odoratus)
11 June 2026Grow fragrant sweet peas (Lathyrus odoratus) - a climbing annual easy to grow with vibrant colours for summer borders and cut flowers.
A-Z PlantsDaffodils (Narcissus)
11 June 2026Grow vibrant daffodils (Narcissus) in your UK garden – easy spring bulbs for sunny spots, with classic yellow blooms and low maintenance care.
A-Z PlantsRose (Rosa)
11 June 2026Grow Rose (Rosa) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.
A-Z PlantsGarden Dahlia (Dahlia pinnata)
11 June 2026Discover garden dahlia (Dahlia pinnata) for vibrant summer-to-autumn blooms in UK gardens. Easy perennial needing full sun and rich soil.
A-Z PlantsSunflower (Helianthus annuus)
11 June 2026Discover how to grow Helianthus annuus (sunflower) in UK gardens - vibrant annuals needing full sun, fertile soil and regular water for stunning blooms.
A-Z PlantsMarigolds (Tagetes)
10 June 2026Grow vibrant marigolds (Tagetes) for year-round colour. Easy to cultivate in UK gardens with full sun and well-drained soil.
A-Z PlantsFoxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
10 June 2026Grow Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.