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The Gardens at Rosemary Cottage
These posts document the development of my garden here in West Sussex since I began building them soon after we moved here in 2007.

Gardens within gardens  There are several different areas within the overall plot, each with its own character, micro-climate, planting theme and design ethos. You can use the filters below to find posts about each area.

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Dividing Water lilies & Pond Cleaning

September 15, 2023

Having neglected my pond for the past decade, it was in desperate need of a some attention. Here’s how I cleaned it out, and how I divided and replanted the water lilies.

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Two Herbaceous Clematis

August 14, 2023June 29, 2023

I have added two varieties of herbaceous clematis to my garden this year, each with distinct characteristics. In this post I record their progress through their first season.

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UPDATES & New Pages

March 8, 2023

Here are links to three post updates and three new website pages which have been added to Herbidacious, that you (probably) have not seen yet.

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My Top Hybrid Hellebores

March 31, 2023March 1, 2023

The hybrid and oriental hellebores are some of the most reliable performers for a shady garden bed. Here are eight varieties that I grow.

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The New Pond Garden
Part 2 – Late Summer

April 7, 2022April 6, 2022

In the second part of this photo review I focus on the late-summer planting in my mediterranean-style raised-bed garden; Hopefully, you will find some ideas to inspire your own garden design.

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The New Pond Garden
Part 1 – Early Summer

April 6, 2022March 22, 2022

A photo showcase of my recently redesigned mediterranean-inspired raised-bed garden; Packed with planting ideas to inspire your own gardening adventures. Part 1 – Early … read more

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February in the Woodland Garden

May 20, 2022March 4, 2022

Today (February 18th) was a storm-force gale and the power went down. I took advantage of the situation by popping out (between showers) to … read more

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The green roof – 2021 Highlights

February 12, 2022

A brief photographic review of the best moments from 2021.

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Dianthus Deltoides ‘Flashing Light’

February 10, 2022

This wonderful perennial is a British Native, naturally charming and easy-going. Info and cultivation tips.(Photos from my garden)

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The White Garden 2021 Review pt2 The Shade Beds

May 5, 2022December 28, 2021

The White Garden | January 2021 12 months of interest The beds immediately along the back of our house form part of the White … read more

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Now is the time to cut back hellebores (Dec-Jan)

December 26, 2021

Late December or early January are good times to cut back the foliage of your hybrid Hellebores. The photo above shows a large clump … read more

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The White Garden 2021 Review The Greenhouse Border

May 5, 2022December 12, 2021

My garden is divided into various areas each with a different theme and style of planting. What I call the White Garden (also known … read more

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