James Wong on gardens
James Wong's take on all things horticutural
A new world of gardening advice is opening up on social media
Fancy having a go at bonsai? Look online, says James Wong
Green and hairy, huperzia is a real delight
This new arrival on the UK market is weird and wonderful, but it really grows on you, says James Wong
Gardens small or large offer a merciful sense of calm
Even a tiny terrarium offers comfort in this uncertain world, writes James Wong
People often ask me, what do you like so much about plants?
To me, the people who don’t love plants are the strange ones. Plants hold the secret to life itself. By James Wong
Superb exotics that don’t grow in the tropics
Dreaming of the flowers of the Costa Rican jungle? Take comfort, some of the most fantastic plants are far better suited to cooler climes. By James Wong
Plants that thrive in colder homes
Many species will thank you for turning the central heating down, says James Wong
Time to dip a gardening toe into quirky hydroponics
Growing plants without soil is easier than you think – and means you can appreciate the architecture of the roots, says James Wong. Here’s how…
Why some plants are worth a little extra effort
It’s tricky to care for, so why is the alocasia having a moment?
For a blast of pure escapism, plant lomatias
These lovely exotics look like something from a sci-fi film, writes James Wong
Winter colour: evergreens can also come in uplifting reds
At this darkest time of the year, we depend on evergreens to do the heavy lifting. But don’t forget they come in a range of colours
Jungle formula: easy-going houseplants
Make room for the gesneriads and they will reward you
Magic mahonia deserves a second look
People look down their noses at this scented beauty, it’s a big mistake, says James Wong
Love in a microclimate: terrarium success
Choose the right plants to get the best from mini landscapes
The marvels of myrtles
It’s a mystery why we don’t love myrtles more than we do, says James Wong
The era of cheap orchids could soon be over
A moth orchid grower shuts up shop, one of many vast scale plant providers debilitated by energy price spikes
Why ivy is here to help gardeners – and homeowners
It has a reputation for being destructive – so unfair, says James Wong
Why a sorbus is autumn’s own rescue remedy
With its late colour, bright berries and easy care, the sorbus always adds an unexpected note of cheer as the days darken
How to turn up the colour on autumn’s amazing show
Brilliant reds, yellows and oranges are the eyecatching hues of the season. Here’s how to make the most of them
Plants that taste as good as they look
It’s a herbal win-win: monarda, grown for its dazzling flowers, also makes a relaxing, medicinal tea. By James Wong
Why the hare’s foot is the perfect fern for outside and in
Meet the exotic that will thrive both indoors and outside. By James Wong
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