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Plant CombinationsHelleborus combinations: your garden blooms in January
Helleborus (Christmas rose) pairs beautifully with other early bloomers. With the right planting companions, you'll have a full, colourful winter border from December to March.
Plant CombinationsAstilbe and hosta in the shade corner: feathery plumes between leafy foliage
Astilbe and hosta are the perfect duo for shady spots. Hosta provides solid foliage, Astilbe adds airy blooms. A combination that delivers non-stop colour and texture from May to September.
PlantingDry shade: which plants survive under trees and against walls
Dry shade (under old trees, against walls) is the toughest spot in any garden. Which plants grow even on that difficult site? Practical plants, not wishful thinking.
Plant CombinationsShade combinations with ferns and hostas: lushness in the dark corner
Turn your shady corner into a lush green paradise with ferns, hostas and other shade lovers. Combinations for north-facing and tree shade.
Plant CombinationsDeep shade borders: lush combinations for dark corners
The best plant combinations for shady borders. From ferns and hostas to shade-loving bloomers — turn the darkest corner of your garden into a green oasis.
Plant CombinationsShade plant combinations: colour in the darkest corner
A shady garden does not have to be dull. Discover which plants pair well in shade and how to bring colour and texture to low-light spots.
PlantingShade plants for a dark garden
A shady garden doesn't have to be dull. Discover which plants thrive in shade and how to create atmosphere with them.