Plants for Partial Shade

Alder Buckthorn (Rhamnus frangula)

Grow Alder Buckthorn in damp UK gardens. This hardy native shrub offers yellow autumn leaves, bird food and pollinator flowers.

Alpine Primrose (Primula alpicola)

Grow Primula alpicola in moist, shaded soil. This Himalayan primrose offers tiered flowers and thrives in bog gardens.

Angular Jasmine (Jasminum angulare)

Jasminum angulare is a tender, fragrant evergreen climber from South Africa. Grow it in a conservatory or against a sunny wall in mild UK areas

Anise-Scented Sage (Salvia guaranitica)

Anise-scented sage, Salvia guaranitica, is a late-flowering blue perennial from South America that has earned a firm place in UK gardens. It carries the season where many earlier salvias have faded,…

Apothecary's Rose (Rosa gallica)

Grow Rosa gallica, the fragrant Apothecary's Rose. This hardy shrub thrives on chalky soil and produces crimson blooms in June.

Apple (Malus domestica)

Discover how to grow apple trees (Malus domestica) with our UK gardening guide covering care, varieties and cultivation tips.

Austrian Pine (Pinus nigra)

Kew records the species as native across a broad area from the Mediterranean and eastern Austria to the north Caucasus, and as introduced in Great Britain.

Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale)

Grow Autumn Crocus in UK gardens with our guide. Learn planting depths, soil needs and care tips for this hardy perennial.

Avens (Geum)

Grow hardy Avens for long-lasting summer colour. Learn how to care for Geum in sun or shade, enjoy red and yellow blooms, and boost late-summer flowering.

Azalea (Rhododendron)

Rhododendron care guide for UK gardens: ideal acidic soil, dappled shade, watering, feeding, pruning and reliable varieties from white to crimson.

Bamboo Iris (Iris confusa)

Grow Iris confusa in shade with well-drained soil. This bamboo iris offers glossy evergreen foliage and delicate blue flowers, thriving in UK gardens.

Barbados Aloe (Aloe vera)

Grow Aloe vera in the UK with this care guide. Learn to provide bright light, use free-draining compost, and water only when dry to prevent root rot.

Barberry (Berberis)

Quick Answer: Berberis is a versatile UK garden shrub for sunny or lightly shaded borders, hedges and wildlife-friendly planting. Give it free-draining soil, water young plants during dry spells, and…

Baum's Pincushion Cactus (Mammillaria baumii)

Mammillaria baumii is a small, freely-flowering cactus from the semi-arid hills of northeastern Mexico, where it grows on rocky slopes in the states of Coahuila, Nuevo León and Tamaulipas. It belongs to the genus Mammillaria, the largest…

Bay Tree (Laurus nobilis)

A fragrant evergreen bay tree valued for aromatic cooking leaves, glossy foliage and easy container or garden growing in the UK.

Bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi)

Grow bearberry for acid soils. This hardy evergreen groundcover offers pink bells, red berries and weed suppression.

Bear's Breech (Acanthus mollis)

Grow Bear's Breech with our guide to its bold foliage and tall spikes. Learn about sun, soil, hardiness and managing vigorous spread in UK gardens.

Bear's Ear (Primula auricula)

Grow Primula auricula with this guide. Learn to protect farina leaves, ensure sharp drainage and avoid crown rot for vibrant spring blooms in your rockery.

Bedding Pelargonium (Pelargonium × hortorum)

Pelargoniums bring long-lasting summer colour to pots, window boxes and sunny borders.

Bees' Primrose (Primula beesiana)

Bees Primrose (Primula beesiana) is a herbaceous perennial from the candelabra section of the genus, native to wet mountain meadows and stream margins in Sichuan and Yunnan, China, where it grows at altitudes of roughly 2,000–3,300 m. It…

Beet (Beta vulgaris)

Grow delicious beetroot (Beta vulgaris) easily in your UK garden with full sun and pH-neutral soil - perfect for home growers.

Begonias (Begonia)

Begonias are a diverse group grown for colourful flowers, dramatic foliage or both. Some make generous summer bedding and patio plants, while others are best treated as houseplants or conservatory specimens. Because the genus includes pl…

Bellflowers (Campanula)

Campanulas are generous bellflower perennials and biennials, bringing blue, purple, pink or white blooms to sunny or lightly shaded gardens.

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)

Discover how soil pH affects hydrangea flower colour - blue in acid, pink in alkaline. Learn care tips for bigleaf, lacecap & mophead varieties.

Bigleaf Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)

Overview Hydrangea macrophylla is a deciduous, bushy shrub grown for broad foliage and generous summer flowerheads.

Big-Leaf Rhododendron (Rhododendron calophytum)

Grow Rhododendron calophytum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Birch-Leaved Bellflower (Campanula betulifolia)

Campanula betulifolia is a compact alpine perennial with white bell-shaped flowers and birch-like leaves.

Black Iris (Iris chrysographes)

Grow black iris in moist, well-drained loam. This AGM plant offers deep violet blooms with gold veining.

Blood Iris (Iris sanguinea)

Grow Blood Iris in damp UK gardens. This hardy perennial thrives in wet soil, tolerates cold winters and adds striking red-violet flowers to pond margins.

Bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta)

Grow native bluebells in dappled shade. Learn to identify true UK stock, protect ancient woodland indicators and create carpets with proper soil care.

Blue Garlic (Allium caesium)

Allium caesium, often called blue garlic, is a compact ornamental onion grown for its unusual pale to mid-blue summer flowers. It suits sunny borders, gravel gardens and rock gardens, where its slender foliage and rounded flower heads ri…

Bodnant Viburnum (Viburnum bodnantense)

Viburnum x bodnantense offers strongly scented pink flowers on bare branches from November to March.

Borage (Borago officinalis)

Grow borage in your UK garden. Discover how to sow seeds, enjoy cucumber-flavoured flowers and boost pollinators with this hardy annual herb.

Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)

Grow Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens)

Grow classic Boxwood (Buxus sempervirens) for formal hedges and topiary. Learn to plant in well-drained soil, clip for dense shape, and prevent box blight.

Brilliant Fuchsia (Fuchsia fulgens)

Fuchsia fulgens, the brilliant fuchsia, is a tender, soft-wooded species native to the cool mountain cloud forests of central and south-western Mexico. It is grown in British gardens chiefly as a…

Bristle-Pointed Iris (Iris setosa)

Grow Bristle-pointed Iris (Iris setosa) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Bugle (Ajuga reptans)

Grow Bugle (Ajuga reptans) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Busy Lizzie (Impatiens walleriana Hook.f.)

In the UK it is usually grown as a half-hardy annual for summer bedding, although a healthy plant can be kept from year to year indoors.

Butterfly-Bush (Buddleja davidii)

Discover butterfly-bush (Buddleja davidii) for UK gardens - attract butterflies with fragrant summer blooms. Easy care guide for this popular shrub.

Buttonhead Primrose (Primula capitata)

Grow Primula capitata for violet-purple summer blooms. Plant in damp, partial shade with well-drained soil.

Byzantine Crocus (Crocus banaticus)

Crocus banaticus is one of the most distinctive autumn-flowering crocuses in UK cultivation, valued for its unusual flower structure, late season, and quiet habit in short grass. Native to the Balkans, the Carpathians and parts of Romani…

Calathea (Calathea makoyana)

Master Calathea makoyana care with our guide. Learn to boost humidity, use soft water and provide indirect light for vibrant leaves. Keep pets safe.

Campbell's Magnolia (Magnolia campbellii)

Magnolia campbellii rewards a sheltered, spacious UK garden with some of the largest and most dramatic magnolia flowers, but it needs careful siting and patience. Give this long-lived tree moist,…

Candelabra Sage (Salvia candelabrum)

Grow Salvia candelabrum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Cappadocian Maple (Acer cappadocicum)

Acer cappadocicum Gled., the Cappadocian maple (also called the Caucasian maple), is a broad-crowned deciduous tree from the Caucasus and northern Iran whose truncate-based, five-lobed leaves and…

Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior)

Master Cast Iron Plant care with our guide. Learn how to water correctly, handle low light and avoid root rot.

Catalonian Jasmine (Jasminum grandiflorum)

Jasminum grandiflorum is a vigorous, scrambling woody shrub in the olive family (Oleaceae), grown in the UK almost exclusively for its intensely fragrant, star-shaped white flowers. Of the forty or…

Catmint (Nepeta)

Grow hardy catmint in full sun for long-lasting lavender blooms. Cut back after July flowering to encourage a second flush and attract pollinators.

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)

Grow German chamomile for soothing tea and herbal remedies in your UK garden - easy care guide for this fragrant annual.

Chenille Plant (Acalypha hispida)

Grow Chenille Plant (Acalyphya hispida) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Chicory (Cichorium intybus)

Grow hardy chicory for sky-blue blooms, bitter salad leaves and roasted roots. Succeeds in chalk soil, tolerates drought and attracts bees all summer long.

Chinese Peony (Paeonia lactiflora)

Peony (Paeonia lactiflora) — UK guide to growing, planting and caring for garden peonies, with popular AGM varieties, RHS hardiness and seasonal advice.

Chinese Primrose (Primula chionantha)

A clump-forming Chinese primrose with farinose leaves and pendent spring flowers, suited to moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade.

Chinese Wisteria (Wisteria sinensis)

Discover Wisteria sinensis: a stunning deciduous climber with fragrant spring flowers, easy to grow in UK gardens for stunning displays.

Chives (Allium schoenoprasum)

Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) are a hardy UK perennial herb. Learn how to grow, plant, divide and harvest chives, plus common problems and popular varieties.

Clustered Bellflower (Campanula glomerata)

It is native in Great Britain and suits sunny or lightly shaded borders where the soil remains moist without becoming waterlogged.

Cockburn's Primrose (Primula cockburniana)

Cockburn's primrose is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial prized for its vivid orange-red flowers carried in tiered whorls above soft green rosettes. Native to alpine meadows and stream banks in western Sichuan, China, it brings a satu…

Common Beech (Fagus sylvatica)

Grow Common Beech in UK gardens. Learn about its smooth grey bark, copper autumn colour and marcescent leaves.

Common Bent (Agrostis capillaris)

Explore Common Bent, a hardy UK native grass for lawns and meadows. Learn about its soil needs, planting tips, and ecological role in British gardens.

Common Bird's-Foot-Trefoil (Lotus corniculatus)

Discover Common Bird's-foot-trefoil, a native UK wildflower. Learn how its nitrogen-fixing roots improve soil and support butterflies.

Common Camellia (Camellia japonica)

Discover Camellia japonica, the UK garden classic with stunning winter blooms. Expert care guide for perfect shrubs in your garden.

Common Daisy (Bellis perennis)

Grow Common Daisy (Bellis perennis) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Common Dog-Violet (Viola riviniana)

Grow Common Dog-violet (Viola riviniana) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Common Hazel (Corylus avellana)

Grow Common Hazel for early catkins and edible nuts. Hardy H6 shrub thriving in clay or chalk. Coppice for rods or train as a tree. Supports bumblebees.

Common Mint (Mentha spicata)

Master Common Mint cultivation with our UK guide. Learn to contain rhizomes, prune for flavour and harvest leaves for mint sauce.

Common Primrose (Primula husky)

Primula vulgaris 'Husky' is a hardy, colourful winter bedding plant. It blooms from midwinter to spring, offering vibrant flowers for pots and borders

Common Sorrel (Rumex acetosa)

Grow common sorrel for its sharp, lemony leaves. Learn how to cultivate this hardy perennial in UK gardens, identify it safely and enjoy classic recipes.

Common Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum)

Grow Common Teasel (Dipsacus fullonum) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

Grow Echinacea purpurea in full sun and well-drained soil. This hardy perennial attracts pollinators, tolerates drought and provides winter food for birds.

Copper Iris (Iris fulva)

Grow Iris fulva in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Coral Bells (Heuchera)

Grow vibrant coral bells in shade or sun. Learn planting tips, soil needs and care for year-round foliage colour and summer flowers.

Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)

Grow coriander (Coriandrum sativum) for fresh leaves and seeds in UK gardens. Learn planting, care and culinary uses for this Mediterranean herb.

Corrugated Sage (Salvia corrugata)

Salvia corrugata is an evergreen perennial subshrub from the mint family (Lamiaceae), grown in British gardens chiefly for its deeply textured, puckered foliage and long display of vivid blue to violet flower spikes in late summer. It is…

Cow Parsley (Anthriscus sylvestris)

Identify native cow parsley by its lacy white flowers. Learn safe growing conditions for pollinators and how to distinguish it from toxic hemlock.

Cowslip (Primula veris)

Grow cowslips in your UK garden with our guide. Learn about soil needs, planting tips and how to support bees. This hardy perennial thrives on chalk.

Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris)

Grow Malus sylvestris for spring blossom and autumn fruit. This hardy native supports wildlife and tolerates most UK soils.

Crocosmia (Crocosmia crocosmiiflora)

Grow vibrant Crocosmia in UK gardens with our guide to planting corms, feeding for summer blooms and dividing clumps.

Crocus (Crocus vernus)

Grow Crocus vernus for early spring colour. Learn planting depths, soil needs and how to naturalise these hardy corms in UK lawns and borders.

Daffodils (Narcissus)

Grow vibrant daffodils (Narcissus) in your UK garden – easy spring bulbs for sunny spots, with classic yellow blooms and low maintenance care.

Dalmatian Cranesbill (Geranium dalmaticum)

Geranium dalmaticum, the Dalmatian cranesbill, is a compact, mat-forming hardy geranium valued for aromatic foliage, soft pink summer flowers and warm autumn leaf colour. Its naturally low growth suits rock gardens, raised beds, gravel g…

Daphne Rhododendron (Rhododendron campylogynum)

Grow Rhododendron campylogynum in UK gardens. This dwarf rhodo offers waxy bell-shaped flowers and thrives in acidic, well-drained soil with dappled shade.

Daurian Rhododendron (Rhododendron dauricum)

Grow Rhododendron dauricum for early spring blooms. This hardy shrub needs acidic soil and partial shade.

Davidson's Rhododendron (Rhododendron davidsonianum)

Grow Rhododendron davidsonianum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Daylily (Hemerocallis)

Grow hardy daylilies in UK gardens. Learn planting tips, soil needs and care for these low-maintenance perennials. Note they are toxic to cats.

Digenous Sage (Salvia digenea)

Salvia digenea is a late-season herbaceous perennial from Mexico and Central America, increasingly grown in UK gardens for its showy spikes of violet-blue flowers, aromatic foliage, and reliable value to pollinators. Plants form upright,…

Dog Rose (Rosa rugosa)

Grow Rosa rugosa, the hardy Japanese rose. Tolerates salt spray and drought. Features wrinkled leaves, fragrant blooms and large vitamin C-rich hips.

Dogwood (Cornus)

The dogwoods are a varied, mostly hardy genus of shrubs and small trees grown for four quite different reasons: large-bracted spring flowers, layered summer foliage, brilliant autumn leaf colour,...

Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea)

Grow Dogwood (Cornus sanguinea) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Druce's Cranesbill (Geranium × oxonianum)

Geranium × oxonianum brings months of veined pink flowers to UK borders, where its spreading foliage makes dependable ground cover beneath roses and shrubs. Give it sun or light shade, ordinary…

Drumstick Primula (Primula denticulata)

Primula denticulata, commonly known as the drumstick primula, is one of the earliest and most arresting herbaceous perennials in the UK garden.

Dryopteris affinis

A stout, shuttlecock-shaped rosette of upright fronds dusted with golden scales can give a damp, shaded border a year-round backbone in UK gardens. Dryopteris affinis is one of the most reliable…

Early Azalea (Rhododendron lutescens)

Grow Rhododendron lutescens in acidic soil. Enjoy early yellow blooms from late February. Learn planting tips for this hardy, evergreen shrub.

Eastern Sowbread (Cyclamen coum)

UK gardeners wanting a hardy winter- and early-spring-flowering tuber to naturalise under deciduous shrubs or in a shaded rock garden.

Edgeworth's Rhododendron (Rhododendron edgeworthii)

Grow Rhododendron edgeworthii in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Elder (Sambucus nigra)

Grow native Elder (Sambucus nigra). Hardy UK shrub for clay soil. Prune biennially for creamy flowers and black berries. Supports bees, thrushes and robins.

English Ivy (Hedera helix)

Grow English Ivy, the UK's hardy evergreen climber. Thrives in deep shade on north walls. Needs pruning to control vigorous growth and prevent gutter damage.

English Oak (Quercus robur)

Grow English Oak in the UK with our guide to soil, light and care. Learn about its deep roots, wildlife value and long lifespan for lasting garden impact.

Fairy Primrose (Primula malacoides)

Fairy primrose, Primula malacoides, is the airy winter- and early-spring-flowering member of the primula family that has filled British windowsills, porches and unheated greenhouses for over a…

False-Gold-Flower Rhododendron (Rhododendron pseudochrysanthum)

Rhododendron pseudochrysanthum is a slow-growing evergreen shrub from the high mountains of Taiwan. Its compact, spreading habit, leathery foliage and refined late-spring flowers make it an unusual choice for an acid border, woodland edg…

Farges Willow (Salix fargesii)

Farges willow (Salix fargesii) is a hardy, wide-spreading deciduous shrub with glossy foliage, red winter buds and upright spring catkins.

Fern (Dryopteris filix-mas)

Grow Dryopteris filix-mas in dry shade. This hardy UK native fern thrives in poor soil, needs little care and forms a striking crown.

Fern-Leaved Begonia (Begonia foliosa)

Grow Begonia foliosa indoors with this guide to light, watering and humidity. Learn how to care for its fern-like foliage in a UK home or conservatory.

Fiddle Leaf Fig (Ficus lyrata)

Master Fiddle Leaf Fig care with our guide to bright indirect light, correct watering and humidity control.

Field Birch (Betula pubescens)

Grow Field Birch in wet, acidic soils. This hardy native tree supports wildlife with spring catkins and yellow autumn leaves.

Field Maple (Acer campestre)

Grow Field Maple, the UK's only native maple. Tolerates chalk, clay and pollution. Ideal for hedging or specimen trees with tidy autumn colour. Fully hardy.

Fire Heath (Erica cerinthoides)

Erica cerinthoides is a tender South African heath offering vibrant orange-scarlet tubular flowers in winter.

Flaky Juniper (Juniperus squamata)

Grow flaky juniper in chalk or coastal gardens. Enjoy its peeling bark and blue needles with our guide to planting, care and hardy cultivars for UK soil.

Florence Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)

Grow fennel for its aniseed-flavoured leaves, bulb and seeds - perfect for Mediterranean dishes and herbal remedies. Learn cultivation tips.

Florentine Iris (Iris florentina)

Grow fragrant Iris florentina in UK gardens. Learn planting depths, soil needs and care for this hardy perennial with pale flowers and historic orris root.

Folgner's Rowan (Sorbus folgneri)

Quick answer: Sorbus folgneri (Folgner's whitebeam) is a graceful, oval-headed Chinese whitebeam introduced to British cultivation by Ernest H. Wilson, valued in UK gardens for its glossy dark-green…

Formosan Lady's Slipper Orchid (Cypripedium formosanum)

Cypripedium formosanum is a hardy, spring-flowering orchid from Taiwan. It thrives in dappled shade and humus-rich soil, earning an RHS Award of Garden

Fortune's Rhododendron (Rhododendron fortunei)

Grow Rhododendron fortunei in acid soil with dappled shade. Enjoy its strong lily-like scent and large blooms from May to June in sheltered UK gardens.

Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)

Grow Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Fragrant Snowball (Viburnum × carlcephalum)

Pink buds opening into white, sweetly scented flower heads make fragrant snowball one of the most distinctive late-spring shrubs for a UK garden. Give this broad, deciduous viburnum enough room,…

Freeman Maple (Acer freemanii)

Grow Acer freemanii for reliable autumn colour. This hardy hybrid maple tolerates clay soils, reaches 20m tall and holds its RHS AGM status in UK gardens.

Fringed Iris (Iris japonica)

Iris japonica offers pale, fringed spring blooms in partial shade. Plant in moist, humus-rich soil for a sheltered border or woodland edge.

Fuchsias (Fuchsia)

Grow Fuchsia in the UK with our guide. Learn about hardy vs tender types, watering needs, and feeding tips for vibrant summer blooms in borders or baskets.

Fuji Cherry (Prunus incisa)

It belongs to the rose family, Rosaceae, and occurs naturally in the Kanto and Chubu regions of Honshu.

Fulvous Rhododendron (Rhododendron fulvum)

Grow Rhododendron fulvum in acidic soil with dappled shade. This large evergreen offers rusty foliage and spring flowers, thriving in UK woodland gardens.

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus)

Seed is set in clusters of three roughly hemispherical nutlets, and ripe seed falls readily to the soil and self-sows in mild UK gardens.

Garden Parsley (Petroselinum crispum)

Grow fresh parsley easily in your UK garden. Perfect for culinary uses, from garnishes to tabbouleh. Learn cultivation tips for this versatile herb.

Garden Phlox (Phlox arendsii)

Giant Herb Robert (Geranium maderense)

Geranium maderense is the largest of the true hardy geraniums commonly grown in the UK: a short-lived evergreen perennial that throws a single dome of pink.

Grass-Leaved Flag (Iris graminea)

The grassy-leaved iris is a quietly distinctive European beardless species that earns its place in UK gardens not for show-stopping flowers but for the warm, ripe-plum fragrance its violet blooms release in late spring. Compact, drought-…

Greater Masterwort (Astrantia major L.)

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Great White Rhododendron (Rhododendron decorum)

Grow Rhododendron decorum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Guelder Rose (Viburnum opulus)

Grow Guelder Rose for spring lacecap flowers, maple-like leaves and winter berries. This hardy native shrub thrives in damp soil and supports UK wildlife.

Gum Rock Rhododendron (Rhododendron calostrotum)

Grow Rhododendron calostrotum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Hairyflower Bellflower (Campanula chamissonis)

Campanula chamissonis is a compact bellflower for rock gardens and troughs. It needs sharp drainage and sun to thrive, producing violet-blue flowers

Hairy Grey Heather (Erica canaliculata)

Erica canaliculata is a large South African tree heath with grooved stems and pink flowers.

Hance's Rhododendron (Rhododendron hanceanum)

Grow Rhododendron hanceanum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Hardy Begonia (Begonia grandis)

Begonia grandis is a hardy tuberous perennial offering red-backed foliage and pink flowers in shade. Ensure good drainage and mulch for winter survival.

Hardy Geranium (Geranium)

Discover hardy geranium care tips for UK gardens. Learn about cranesbill planting, pruning, and soil needs for these fully hardy perennials with long blooms.

Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna)

Grow native Hawthorn for wildlife hedgerows. Tolerates clay, chalk, coastal winds and pollution. Prune hedges in August after nesting birds leave.

Heather (Calluna vulgaris)

Grow Calluna vulgaris in acidic soil and full sun. This hardy, evergreen UK native offers late summer blooms and year-round foliage colour for gardens.

Hellebore (Helleborus)

Grow hardy Hellebores in UK shade. Learn to prune old leaves, feed with compost and enjoy winter blooms from Christmas roses and Lenten rose hybrids.

Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum)

Grow healthy highbush blueberries (Vaccinium corymbosum) in UK gardens with moist acidic soil, enjoying ornamental foliage and delicious fruit.

Hippophae-Like Rhododendron (Rhododendron hippophaeoides)

Grow Rhododendron hippophaeoides for early blue blooms. This hardy dwarf tolerates lime, sun and wind, thriving in rock gardens or exposed UK borders.

Holly (Ilex aquifolium)

Discover English holly (Ilex aquifolium) - UK native evergreen with glossy leaves & red berries, perfect for gardens & Christmas traditions.

Honeysuckle Fuchsia (Fuchsia triphylla)

UK gardeners wanting a tender, long-tubed fuchsia for patio containers or conservatory colour, distinct from common bedding fuchsias.

Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum)

Grow Honeysuckle (Lonicera periclymenum) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus)

Discover how to grow hornbeam trees and hedges. Learn about soil needs, pruning techniques and winter foliage retention for this hardy UK native.

Horned Spurge (Euphorbia ceratocarpa)

Euphorbia ceratocarpa, the horned spurge, is a vigorous evergreen to semi-evergreen sub-shrub in the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae). Native to Sicily and parts of southern mainland Italy, it forms a dense, rounded clump of erect to archin…

Horned Spurge (Euphorbia cornigera)

Horned spurge is a hardy perennial offering architectural grey-green stems and yellow-green summer flowers. Wear gloves when handling its toxic sap.

Horse Chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum)

Grow Horse Chestnut trees in the UK with our guide to soil needs and planting. Discover facts about conkers, May blooms and pest risks for your garden.

Hybrid Honeysuckle (Lonicera × heckrottii)

Quick Answer: Hybrid honeysuckle (Lonicera × heckrottii) is a fragrant, deciduous or semi-evergreen climber for a sunny or lightly shaded UK wall, fence or pergola. Give it fertile, well-drained…

Hybrid Squill (Scilla × allenii)

Scilla × allenii, commonly called the hybrid squill or Allen's squill, is one of the most quietly remarkable little blue bulbs a UK garden can carry in late winter and early spring. The "×" in the…

Hypericum Dummeri (Hypericum × dummeri)

Hypericum dummeri is a tough, semi-evergreen shrub with blue-green leaves and golden flowers.

I. Fulvala (Iris fulvala)

Iris fulvala, sometimes called the Japanese iris or the fulvous iris, is a beardless, rhizomatous perennial grown for its flat, golden-bronze flowers and its tolerance of damp ground. Native to Japan, it earns its place along pond margin…

Imperial Begonia (Begonia imperialis)

A tender rhizomatous begonia grown for silver-veined, hair-textured leaves rather than flowers. Best in bright indirect light, 18-26C, with 60%+ humidity and well-drained peat-free compost.

Irises (Iris)

Grow irises in UK gardens with our guide to bearded and bulbous types. Learn about sun needs, soil drainage and dividing rhizomes for vibrant blooms.

Jame Sage (Salvia × jamensis)

Jame sage is a long-flowering evergreen sub-shrub for sunny UK borders. Ensure free-draining soil, careful watering and spring pruning for best results.

Japanese Barberry (Berberis thunbergii)

Grow Japanese barberry for tough hedging or borders. Learn about its hardiness, soil needs and legal status as an invasive species in the UK.

Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum)

Discover stunning Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum) care tips for UK gardens - perfect for shade, with vibrant seasonal foliage.

Japanese Primrose (Primula japonica)

Primula japonica, the Japanese primrose, thrives in damp, humus-rich soil with dappled shade.

Japanese Rowan (Sorbus commixta)

Sorbus commixta is a compact Japanese rowan prized for its fiery autumn colour and orange-red berries.

Japanese Spiraea (Spiraea japonica)

Grow Japanese Spiraea (Spiraea japonica) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Keisk's Rhododendron (Rhododendron keiskei)

Grow Rhododendron keiskei in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Kerner Iris (Iris kerneriana)

Iris kerneriana is a compact Turkish iris with pale yellow flowers. It thrives in sunny, well-drained UK borders and suits gravel gardens

Kew Primrose (Primula kewensis)

Primula kewensis is a fragrant yellow primrose hybrid best grown in a cool greenhouse or sheltered spot.

King Rhododendron (Rhododendron rex)

Rhododendron rex is a bold-leaved evergreen from China, prized for huge felted leaves and late-spring bell flowers.

Komine Maple (Acer micranthum)

Grow Acer micranthum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Korean Fir (Abies koreana)

Grow Korean fir in UK gardens. This compact evergreen features striking purple-blue cones and glossy needles.

Korean Rhododendron (Rhododendron mucronulatum)

Grow Rhododendron mucronulatum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Kotschy's Crocus (Crocus kotschyanus)

Crocus kotschyanus is an autumn-flowering bulb with pale lilac blooms and orange styles. It thrives in sunny, well-drained UK rock gardens and gravel beds.

Laburnum (Laburnum anagyroides)

Grow Laburnum anagyroides for stunning yellow blooms. Learn planting tips, soil needs and pruning advice for this hardy UK tree.

Ladies' Eardrop (Fuchsia denticulata)

Fuchsia denticulata is a frost-tender Andean shrub for UK conservatories. It features glossy leaves and tubular red flowers, thriving in humid, sheltered

Lady Fern (Athyrium filix-femina)

UK gardeners wanting a native, deciduous shade fern for moist, sheltered borders and woodland edges.

Lady's Eardrops (Fuchsia boliviana)

Fuchsia boliviana is a tender Andean sub-shrub grown for its spectacular scarlet, trumpet-shaped flowers.

Ladyslippers (Cypripedium boots)

Cypripedium boots are hardy slipper orchids sold in decorative containers. Remove the boot and plant in cool, moist woodland conditions for long-lived

Large Speedwell (Veronica austriaca)

Veronica austriaca is a compact speedwell with clear blue flowers. It suits sunny borders and gravel gardens, offering low-maintenance colour

Lazistan Iris (Iris lazica)

Iris lazica is a hardy, evergreen bearded iris that blooms from February to April. It tolerates damp soils better than Iris unguicularis, making it ideal

Leaf-Ring Begonia (Begonia annulata)

Leaf-ring begonia (Begonia annulata) is a compact, rhizomatous species grown chiefly for its striking silver-banded leaves. Native to wet tropical habitats from the eastern Himalaya into Indo-China, it suits a bright room, heated conserv…

Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)

Grow lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) for its lemon-scented leaves, used in teas, cooking and herbal remedies. Easy UK perennial for sun or partial shade.

Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)

Discover how to grow lettuce successfully in UK gardens: varieties, planting tips and care for Lactuca sativa.

Lily Of The Valley (Convallaria majalis)

Grow Lily of the Valley for scented spring blooms. Learn planting depths, shade needs and safe care tips for this hardy UK perennial ground cover.

Lindavicum Cranesbill (Geranium × lindavicum)

Grow Geranium × lindavicum in sunny, free-draining spots. This compact cranesbill offers silver foliage and pink flowers for rock gardens.

Loiseleuri Primrose (Primula × loiseleurii)

Grow Loiseleur's primrose in stone troughs with sharp drainage. This compact alpine hybrid needs cool roots and shelter from winter rain for best results.

Long-Scape Iris (Iris delavayi)

Grow Iris delavayi in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Lupin (Lupinus)

Discover vibrant lupin flowers for UK gardens: easy to grow perennials that fix nitrogen, attract pollinators, and add colour from April to August.

Magnolia denudata (QA: Magnolia denudata)

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Makino's Rhododendron (Rhododendron makinoi)

Grow Rhododendron makinoi in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Many-Branched Rhododendron (Rhododendron polycladum)

Rhododendron polycladum is a compact, evergreen flowering shrub belonging to the lepidote (scaly) section of the genus — the group of small- to medium-leaved rhododendrons distinguished by the tiny scales scattered across the undersides …

Maple Leaf Begonia (Begonia dregei)

Begonia dregei is a compact South African begonia prized for its maple-shaped leaves with red undersides.

Martin's Spurge (Euphorbia martini)

Euphorbia × martini is a hardy, evergreen hybrid spurge offering year-round structure and lime-green spring flowers.

McCabe's Rhododendron (Rhododendron macabeanum)

Grow Rhododendron macabeanum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Mexican-Giant (Echeveria colorata)

Echeveria colorata is a compact Mexican succulent prized for its almost geometric rosette of silver-blue leaves, each often finished with a pink or red point. In Britain it is best treated as a bright-window, conservatory or frost-free g…

Michaelmas Daisy (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii)

Grow Michaelmas daisy (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Michaelmas Daisy (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii (L.) G.L.Nesom)

The plant is native to eastern Canada and the north-eastern United States and is widely naturalised in the UK.

Mint (Mentha)

Grow mint successfully as a UK perennial with our guide to planting, care and container solutions for invasive varieties.

Monstera (Monstera deliciosa)

Monstera deliciosa care guide: UK indoor plant care for split-leaf climber. Light, watering, humidity, toxicity, feeding, repotting, propagation tips.

Moth Orchid 'Ariadne' (Phalaenopsis × ariadne)

A Phalaenopsis hybrid that has been on British windowsills since the late-Victorian era, 'Ariadne' remains the most reliably reblooming moth orchid in the AGM list — and one of the…

Moth Orchid (Phalaenopsis)

Moth orchids are long-flowering indoor plants that reward bright indirect light, light watering and an airy orchid bark compost.

Mountain-Loving Rhododendron (Rhododendron oreotrephes)

Rhododendron oreotrephes is a compact, evergreen flowering shrub from the high-altitude scrub of south-west China, prized among rhododendron enthusiasts for its delicate pink to purplish-pink flower trusses and quiet, undemanding habit o…

Nakahara's Rhododendron (Rhododendron nakaharae)

Grow Rhododendron nakaharae in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus)

Grow nasturtiums for edible flowers and peppery leaves. Succeed in poor soil with full sun. Enjoy vibrant blooms from summer to autumn frost in UK gardens.

New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae)

Grow New England aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius)

Grow Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Nordmann Fir (Abies nordmanniana)

Grow Nordmann Fir (Abies nordmanniana) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Northern Phlox (Phlox adsurgens)

Phlox adsurgens is a low-growing perennial ideal for rock gardens. It features glossy foliage and pink flowers, thriving in well-drained soil with full

Notable Rhododendron (Rhododendron insigne)

Grow Rhododendron insigne with acid soil, dappled shade and mulch. Enjoy glossy foliage, pink bell flowers and hardy evergreen habit in UK gardens.

Oaks (Quercus)

Oaks are long-lived British trees valued for wildlife. Learn about Quercus robur and petraea, planting needs, soil requirements and safety tips

Ochre Rhododendron (Rhododendron ochraceum)

Grow Rhododendron ochraceum for striking apricot flowers and leathery leaves. Needs acidic soil, dappled shade and shelter from drying winds in UK gardens.

Orchid Iris (Iris histrioides)

Iris histrioides is a low-growing bulbous iris native to the rocky slopes and pinewoods of north-central Turkey, where it grows at altitudes of roughly 1,000–1,500 m. It belongs to the subgenus Hermodactyloides (the reticulate or "Reticu…

Oven Wattle (Acacia pravissima)

Grow Acacia pravissima for its scented golden flowers in spring. This RHS Award-winning wattle needs sun and drainage. Perfect for mild UK gardens.

Palm-Leaf Begonia (Begonia carolineifolia)

Begonia carolineifolia is a striking evergreen houseplant with palm-like leaves. Grow it in bright, indirect light and well-draining compost for best

Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata)

Grow panicle hydrangeas in full sun with simple pruning. Enjoy long-lasting conical blooms from summer to autumn on this hardy, adaptable shrub.

Pansy (Viola × wittrockiana Gams ex Nauenb. & Buttler)

& Buttler, is the large-flowered, flat-faced pansy of British autumn, winter and spring bedding.

Paperbark Maple (Acer griseum)

Grow Paperbark Maple (Acer griseum) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum wallisii)

Peace lilies are elegant houseplants with glossy leaves and white blooms, happiest in bright indirect light with evenly moist compost.

Pelargonium (Pelargonium x hortorum)

Grow zonal pelargoniums in UK gardens. Learn about their hardiness, sun needs and soil preferences for vibrant summer blooms in pots or beds.

Petunia (Petunia x hybrida)

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Pilea (Pilea peperomioides)

Master Pilea peperomioides care with our guide on light, watering and propagation. Learn to prevent yellowing leaves and grow healthy pups in UK homes.

Plantain Lily (Hosta)

Grow thriving hostas in UK shade with expert tips on soil prep, watering and slug defence. Discover how to choose the right cultivar for vibrant foliage.

Polyanthus Primrose 'Charisma' (Primula Charisma Series)

Overview Primula Charisma is a Polyanthus Primrose F1-hybrid series widely sold across UK garden centres as a winter and early-spring bedding plant.

Polyanthus Primrose (Primula danova)

Primula danova is a compact spring-flowering perennial valued for its vivid, closely held blooms and neat rosettes of foliage. It suits containers, shaded borders, woodland edges and informal naturalising in gardens across the UK, provid…

Poppy (Papaver)

Discover how to grow vibrant Papaver poppies in UK gardens: frost-tolerant, easy-care flowers blooming April-September with minimal effort.

Potato (Solanum tuberosum)

Grow potatoes in the UK with this guide. Learn about chitting, soil pH needs and rotation cycles to prevent disease.

Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)

Easy-care Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) guide: ideal UK beginner plant. Learn light needs, watering tips, toxicity warnings, and common fixes.

Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis)

Grow Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Primrose-Flowered Rhododendron (Rhododendron primuliflorum)

Rhododendron primuliflorum is a compact evergreen shrub valued for its soft primrose-yellow spring flowers and neat, leathery foliage. This Himalayan species suits sheltered, acidic gardens in the UK, where it can form a refined specimen…

Primrose (Primula vulgaris)

Grow native Primula vulgaris in partial shade with moist soil. These hardy perennials flower early, feeding bees.

Primroses (Primula)

The genus Primula brings some of the most reliable and varied spring colour to UK gardens, encompassing everything from the humble native primrose of woodland edges to the vivid, many-flowered polyanthus hybrids of cottage borders. With …

Privet (Ligustrum vulgare)

Grow common privet for tough hedges. Learn planting tips, pruning advice and wildlife benefits. This hardy shrub thrives in UK gardens.

Prunus Cistena (Prunus × cistena)

Prunus × cistena offers deep purple foliage and spring flowers. Hardy across the UK, this shrub thrives in sun with well-drained soil.

Purple Cranesbill (Geranium × magnificum)

Purple cranesbill offers a stunning early-summer violet-blue flower display. Plant in sun or light shade with free-draining soil for best results.

Purplish-Blue Rhododendron (Rhododendron russatum)

Rhododendron russatum offers rich violet-blue spring blooms on a compact evergreen shrub.

Racemose Rhododendron (Rhododendron racemosum)

Rhododendron racemosum is a compact evergreen shrub with pink spring flowers. It thrives in acidic soil and partial shade, making it ideal for woodland

Radish (Raphanus sativus)

Grow Radish (Raphanus sativus) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Raspberry (Rubus idaeus)

Grow delicious red raspberries (Rubus idaeus) in your UK garden with our easy care guide for this popular perennial fruit crop.

Red-Barked Dogwood (Cornus alba)

Cornus alba — widely sold as red-barked dogwood, Siberian dogwood, or white dogwood — is a vigorous, suckering deciduous shrub grown across the UK for one reason above all others: its winter stems.…

Red Campion (Silene dioica)

Grow Red Campion (Silene dioica) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Red Currant (Ribes rubrum)

Grow hardy red currants for heavy July crops. Learn planting, pruning and care tips for this native shrub that yields 4–5kg of berries perfect for jams.

Red Flower Iris (Iris milesii)

Iris milesii is a beardless rhizomatous iris from the western Himalayas that has been in British cultivation since the late nineteenth century but is still genuinely scarce in UK gardens. A single…

Rhubarb (Rheum rhabarbarum)

Grow reliable rhubarb in UK gardens. Learn to plant crowns, prepare fertile soil and harvest tart stalks for classic desserts.

Rock Crane's-Bill (Geranium macrorrhizum)

Geranium macrorrhizum is a tough, aromatic perennial ideal for UK groundcover. It offers pink blooms and dense foliage that thrive in shade or sun

Rosebay Willowherb (Epilobium angustifolium)

Grow rosebay willowherb in poor soil for pink spikes that attract bees and elephant hawk-moth caterpillars.

Roseleaf Sage (Salvia involucrata)

Salvia involucrata, or roseleaf sage, is a tender perennial prized for late summer blooms.

Rose (Rosa)

Grow Rose (Rosa) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Rosy Rhododendron (Rhododendron oreodoxa)

Grow Rhododendron oreodoxa in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Round-Leaved Rhododendron (Rhododendron orbiculare)

Grow Rhododendron orbiculare in acid soil and dappled shade. Enjoy its round leaves, pink spring flowers and compact habit in UK woodland gardens.

Rowans And Mountain Ashes (Sorbus)

Sorbus, the rowan and whitebeam genus, is one of the most useful groups of small ornamental trees for UK gardens. The genus gives gardeners a long season of interest — creamy spring blossom, finely…

Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia)

Grow Rowan trees in the UK with this guide to Sorbus aucuparia. Enjoy spring flowers, autumn colour and winter berries for wildlife. Learn planting tips.

Roxie's Rhododendron (Rhododendron roxieanum)

Rhododendron roxieanum is a compact evergreen prized for its glossy leaves with tawny undersides.

Royal Azalea (Rhododendron schlippenbachii)

A deciduous azalea that carries its flowers before the leaves, Rhododendron schlippenbachii is widely regarded as one of the most ornamental of all the species azaleas. Native to Korea, Manchuria and…

Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica)

Expert care guide for Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica): light, watering, humidity needs & toxicity warnings. Keep glossy leaves shining indoors.

Rudbeckia (Rudbeckia fulgida)

Grow Rudbeckia fulgida for golden autumn blooms. This hardy perennial thrives in sun, attracts pollinators and provides winter seed heads for birds.

Rue (Ruta graveolens)

Grow Rue (Ruta graveolens) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Sage (Salvia officinalis)

Discover how to grow and use common sage (Salvia officinalis) in your UK garden for culinary, medicinal and ornamental purposes.

Salvia (Salvia nemorosa)

Salvia nemorosa offers vibrant summer colour and nectar for pollinators. Learn how to grow this hardy perennial in sun with well-drained soil.

Scarlet-Plume (Euphorbia fulgens)

Euphorbia fulgens is a graceful Mexican spurge valued for its slender stems and vivid winter bracts. In Britain it is principally a conservatory or houseplant, although specialist growers also raise it under glass for long-lasting cut st…

Sea Milkball (Euphorbia flanaganii)

Euphorbia flanaganii, commonly known as Medusa's Head, is a small, clump-forming succulent in the family Euphorbiaceae. Native to the arid Eastern Cape of South Africa, where it grows in shallow…

Silver-Leaved Rhododendron (Rhododendron argyrophyllum)

Grow Rhododendron argyrophyllum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Small-Leaved Lime (Tilia cordata)

Learn how to grow Tilia cordata, the small-leaved lime, in UK gardens, including planting, soil, pruning, propagation and common problems.

Smooth Azalea (Rhododendron arborescens)

Grow Rhododendron arborescens for sweet clove-scented flowers and fiery autumn colour. This hardy, deciduous azalea thrives in acid soil and partial shade.

Snake Plant (Dracaena trifasciata)

Snake plants are resilient, architectural houseplants that tolerate low light and need very little water, making them ideal for beginners.

Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis)

Grow Galanthus nivalis in dappled shade with humus-rich soil. Plant bulbs in the green for best results and enjoy early white blooms across the UK garden.

Snowy Rhododendron (Rhododendron niveum)

Grow Rhododendron niveum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)

Master Spider Plant care with our guide on light, watering and propagation. Learn to fix brown tips, grow spiderettes and keep pets safe indoors.

Spurges (Euphorbia)

Grow hardy Euphorbia with sharp drainage and full sun. Enjoy long-lasting lime-green blooms from late winter to summer in dry, poor soils.

Star Of Persia (Allium cristophii)

Allium cristophii is a deciduous, bulbous perennial in the family Amaryllidaceae, native to the dry, rocky slopes of Turkey, Iran and Turkmenistan. It is grown almost exclusively for its enormous,…

Stinking Iris (Iris foetidissima)

Grow Stinking Iris (Iris foetidissima) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

St John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum)

Grow St John's Wort for bright yellow summer blooms. This hardy perennial thrives in poor soil, supports pollinators and tolerates drought.

St. John's Worts (Hypericum)

Hypericum, or St John's Wort, offers golden blooms and colourful berries. It thrives in sun or shade, tolerating drought once established for reliable UK

Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa)

Grow delicious strawberries in your UK garden using RHS Award of Garden Merit cultivars for reliable, sweet fruit harvests.

Strawberry Tree (Arbutus unedo)

Grow Arbutus unedo in UK gardens. Discover care tips for this hardy evergreen with peeling bark, autumn flowers and edible fruit.

String Of Pearls (Curio rowleyanus)

Grow String of Pearls with our UK guide. Learn to prevent root rot, provide bright light for cascading beads, and propagate easily. Note: toxic to pets.

Striped Begonia (Begonia listada)

The lime-green stripe down the centre of every leaf is what makes Begonia listada instantly recognisable, and it is the reason collectors have grown this compact South American species since the…

Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa)

Grow Sweet Chestnut in full sun and well-drained soil. Identify by rope-like bark and edible nuts. Hardy to -20°C, it thrives in UK parks and gardens.

Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus)

Grow Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Thick-Flowered Rhododendron (Rhododendron pachysanthum)

A compact, dome-shaped evergreen from the high mountains of Taiwan, Rhododendron pachysanthum is grown in British gardens chiefly for its handsome, year-round foliage rather than for any one spectacular season of bloom. Its new growth em…

Tibetan Cowslip (Primula florindae)

Primula florindae, the giant cowslip or Tibetan cowslip, is a tall, moisture-loving perennial prized for fragrant yellow bells held above bold foliage in midsummer. It is especially effective beside ponds, streams and in bog gardens, whe…

Trailing Lobelia (Lobelia erinus L.)

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Traveller's Joy (Clematis vitalba)

Discover how to grow Clematis, the versatile UK garden climber known as traveller's joy or virgin's bower. Perfect for walls and fences.

Tree Fuchsia (Fuchsia arborescens)

Tree fuchsia is a tender evergreen shrub with lilac-pink flowers. Grow it in a container outdoors in summer, then move under cover for winter protection.

Tree Rhododendron (Rhododendron arboreum)

Grow Rhododendron arboreum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Tropical Sage (Salvia coccinea)

Salvia coccinea, commonly known as scarlet sage or tropical sage, is a vivid, long-flowering member of the Lamiaceae family native to the southeastern United States, Mexico and parts of Central and South America. Although it is a short-l…

Tulip (Tulipa)

Grow stunning tulips with this UK guide. Learn autumn planting depths, soil drainage tips and sun needs for vibrant spring blooms in borders or pots.

Tussock Bellflower (Campanula carpatica)

Campanula carpatica is a reliable, low-growing perennial with blue or white bell-shaped flowers.

Upright Rhododendron (Rhododendron fastigiatum)

Grow Rhododendron fastigiatum in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Verbena (Verbena bonariensis)

Grow Verbena (Verbena bonariensis) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Viburnums (Viburnum)

Viburnum shrubs offer year-round interest with fragrant flowers and berries. Learn to identify them by opposite leaves and discover growing tips for UK

Wall Speedwell (Veronica albicans)

Veronica albicans is a compact evergreen shrub with silvery foliage and white flowers.

Wax Begonia (Begonia (Semperflorens Cultorum Group))

Begonia semperflorens (wax begonia) is the RHS H1c tender perennial treated as a half-hardy annual in UK gardens, flowering June to October.

Wayfaring Tree (Viburnum lantana)

Grow Wayfaring Tree in chalk or clay soil. Enjoy creamy spring flowers, red-to-black berries for birds and hardy H5 rating across the UK.

Weigela (Weigela florida)

Grow Weigela florida in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Whitebeam (Sorbus aria)

Grow whitebeam for silver leaves, spring blossom and winter berries. This native tree thrives on chalk soil, supports wildlife and needs little care.

White Dead-Nettle (Lamium album)

White dead-nettle is a common British wildflower bearing clusters of white two-lipped flowers from late spring to autumn, attractive to bees and pollinators. A vigorous perennial that spreads by rhizomes, it colonises bare soil in borders and woodland edges.

Wild Garlic (Allium ursinum)

Grow wild garlic in damp shade for edible leaves and white flowers. Learn safe foraging tips to avoid toxic lookalikes and containment advice.

Wild Geranium (Geranium maculatum)

Geranium maculatum, commonly called spotted cranesbill, is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial valued for its spring flowers, handsome lobed foliage and ability to grow in dappled shade. Native to…

Wild Mint (Mentha arvensis)

Grow Wild Mint, Britain's only native mint. Learn how to manage its vigorous rhizomes in damp soil and enjoy strong scent for wildlife.

Wild Parsley (Aethusa cynapium)

Grow Wild Parsley (Aethusa cynapium) in UK gardens with practical advice on position, soil, watering, seasonal care and common problems.

Wild Strawberry (Fragaria vesca)

Grow native Wild Strawberry for intense flavour. Thrives in shade, needs moist soil. Hardy UK perennial offering edible fruit and ground cover.

Winter Heath (Erica carnea)

Erica carnea is a hardy, low-growing evergreen shrub that flowers from late autumn to spring.

Winter Jasmine (Jasminum nudiflorum)

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Wood Anemone (Anemonoides nemorosa)

Grow wood anemone in shady borders for spring blooms. Plant rhizomes in autumn on moist, humus-rich soil.

Woodrush (Luzula sylvatica)

Grow tough, evergreen woodrush in dry shade. This native perennial suppresses weeds and thrives under trees with minimal care.