Highlights of the Chelsea Fringe

The Chelsea Flower Show’s younger sibling continues to grow in strength with a series of alternative garden-themed events held internationally – including art installations, poetry readings and meditation sessions – that delight and intrigue in equal measure

May plants

From understated alpines to the frothy blooms of lilac and azaleas, Tom’s selection reflects the huge range of late-spring plants available to us. Angelica is the icing on the cake.

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The constant gardener

As the earth warms and frosts are fewer, Benjamin Pope throws off the woollens and brings out young plants from under glass, ready to brighten beds, borders and containers