19 January 2026
Pinus

Whether in nature, as a bonsai, or standing alone in a garden. The scent released when the summer sun warms the resin in the pine wood, the colour of its needles, and its twisted, characterful forms are pure botanical poetry. Time to explore the world of Pinus more deeply. O Christmas Tree The Pinus is the true and only Christmas tree. O Tannenbaum (O Christmas Tree)

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1 December 2025
Kwekerreportage: Bremmer Boomkwekerijen

What happens when the grower you’ve arranged to meet at his 15-hectare nursery turns out to be a walking encyclopaedia of conifers? Answer: a very interesting afternoon and a head spinning with information. That grower is Paul Bremmer. I’ll try to capture his passion for conifers in words. Before we’ve even properly started our tour, I’m already standing with

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28 October 2025
Carex

Carex, or sedge, is a very fine and elegant garden plant. But did you know that Carex is a living fossil? Discover why, and explore many other fun facts in this garden plant feature. Carex: is something missing or is it abrasive? The simple question “Where does the name Carex come from?” isn’t so simple to answer. It comes from the Latin word Carere. That can mean

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1 October 2025
Kwekerreportage: Kwekerij Mostert

Ruben Mostert has an aunt named Gerda and his cousins are called Charlotte and Melanie—ring any bells? That’s right, today I’m visiting Mostert Nursery, the market leader in Scheffleras! Something happened at this family business that caused their product range to expand significantly and their growing area to increase considerably. Want to know what happened?

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1 September 2025
Exclusive Interview with David Domoney

David Domoney is a familiar face to millions as a garden and nature presenter on national television, and the author of two popular books on plants. You might find him relaxing in his own garden or scuba diving — but more likely, you’ll find him working. After more than 40 years as a professional horticulturist, his passion for helping people connect with nature

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