Two Herbaceous Clematis
4 minutesI 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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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.
UPDATES & New Pages
2 minutesHere are links to three post updates and three new website pages which have been added to Herbidacious, that you (probably) have not seen yet.
My Top Hybrid Hellebores
4 minutesThe hybrid and oriental hellebores are some of the most reliable performers for a shady garden bed. Here are eight varieties that I grow.
Renovating the woodland beds & Paths
7 minutesThis is a late-published post from 2022, detailing how I revamped my woodland garden. It includes helpful DIY tips and ideas for landscaping with simple materials (timber and dry laid brick paving)
The New Pond Garden
Part 2 – Late Summer
5 minutesIn 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.
The New Pond Garden Part 1 – Early Summer
7 minutesA photo showcase of my recently redesigned mediterranean-inspired raised-bed garden; Packed with planting ideas to inspire your own gardening adventures. … read more
February in the Woodland Garden
12 minutesToday (February 18th) was a storm-force gale and the power went down. I took advantage of the situation by popping … read more
The green roof – 2021 Highlights
5 minutesA brief photographic review of the best moments from 2021.
Dianthus Deltoides ‘Flashing Light’
2 minutesThis wonderful perennial is a British Native, naturally charming and easy-going. Info and cultivation tips.(Photos from my garden)
The White Garden 2021 Review pt2 The Shade Beds
8 minutesThe White Garden | January 2021 12 months of interest The beds immediately along the back of our house form … read more
Now is the time to cut back hellebores (Dec-Jan)
3 minutesLate December or early January are good times to cut back the foliage of your hybrid Hellebores. The photo above … read more
The White Garden 2021 Review The Greenhouse Border
6 minutesMy garden is divided into various areas each with a different theme and style of planting. What I call the … read more