Articles by Graham Rice, Freelance writer

Graham Rice is a garden writer who has won awards for his work online, and in books and magazines, on both sides of the Atlantic. He has been the Gardening Correspondent of two national newspapers in Britain, published more than 20 books, and has written for Organic Gardening magazine, The American Gardener, Fine Gardening and Amateur Gardening. He is the recipient of the 2021 Garden Media Guild Lifetime Achievement Award. For many years he was a judge at the Chelsea Flower Show and is a member of a number of Royal Horticultural Society committees. He gardened in Pennsylvania for 20 years, but has recently returned to his native England.

Latest articles by Graham Rice

white flowers of Poet’s Jasmine (Jasminum officinale)

Best fast-growing climbing plants: 10 vines to cover vertical spaces quickly

Plants Our favorite fast-growing climbing plants will fly up their supports to quickly cover unsightly boundaries, adding privacy and interest with foliage and flowers

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Invasive plants: 10 non-native plants to watch out for in your garden

Plants Invasive plants often spread quickly and can crowd out native plants, so find out about the worst offenders and how to get rid of them

By Graham Rice Published 15 June 22

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Types of lavender: 15 stunning varieties to grow in your garden

Plants These types of lavender will add charm to cottage gardens, pots and patios, borders and bee-friendly plantings

By Graham Rice Published 15 June 22

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Bee balm care and growing guide: top tips for Monarda

Plants Be successful when growing bee balm by following our expert planting and care advice for this hardy perennial

By Graham Rice Published 14 June 22

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Bearded iris care and growing guide: how to grow these vibrant flowers

Plants We've got everything you need to know about bearded iris care for growing them successfully in your garden

By Graham Rice Published 8 June 22

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Best fast-growing shrubs: 10 quick ways to add impact to your yard

Plants If you're looking for fast-growing shrubs to quickly fill your yard with color, texture and interest, these vigorous growers will fit the bill

By Graham Rice Last updated 16 May 22

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Columbine care and growing guide: expert tips on aquilegia

Plants Learning how to grow columbine is essential if you want beautiful, healthy plants which give months of color from late spring

By Graham Rice Published 17 May 22

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Hostas care and growing guide: expert tips for these stunning foliage plants

Plants Learn how to grow hostas so you can enjoy these colorful, shade-loving and attractive foliage plants in your garden

By Graham Rice Published 13 May 22

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Lilac care and growing guide: expert tips for these flowering shrubs

Plants Learn how to grow lilac so you can enjoy their stunning spring flowers and fragrance in your borders and pots

By Graham Rice Published 10 May 22

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Alliums care and growing guide: expert tips for ornamental onions

Plants Find out how to grow alliums and introduce these eye-catching pompom flowers to your planting scheme

By Graham Rice Published 9 May 22

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Types of zinnia: 16 uplifting varieties to grow on your plot

Plants Grow these 16 types of zinnia and bring a vibrant Mexican wave of zingy summer color to your garden

By Graham Rice Published 4 May 22

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Best fast-growing plants: 10 speedy growers for your yard

Plants Add the best fast-growing plants to your plot and enjoy impressive foliage, structure and color in double quick time

By Graham Rice Published 30 April 22

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Redbud care and growing guide: tips for healthy cercis trees and shrubs

Plants Learn how to grow redbud and you can enjoy their dazzling color and structure in your plot

By Graham Rice Published 25 April 22

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Cosmos care and growing guide: expert tips on these well-loved summer annuals

Plants Learn how to grow cosmos for easy-going blooms that will fill your garden with long-lasting loveliness

By Graham Rice Published 22 April 22

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How to transplant a magnolia tree or bush in 9 easy steps

How To Learn how to transplant a magnolia and make sure that your prized tree will thrive in its new location

By Graham Rice Published 11 April 22

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Heuchera care guide: how to grow coral bells in your garden

Plants We've got all the advice you need on how to grow heuchera, so you can enjoy their stunning foliage and flowers in your yard

By Graham Rice Published 18 April 22

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Lupins care guide: growing advice for these structural summer blooms

Plants Learn how to grow lupins in your garden and enjoy their architectural form and vibrant color

By Graham Rice Published 7 April 22

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How to prune a magnolia tree: a simple step-by-step guide

How To Find out how to prune a magnolia tree or bush so that it looks elegant and flowers prolifically year after year

By Graham Rice Published 5 April 22

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Snapdragons care guide: how to plant and grow antirrhinums

Plants Learn how to grow snapdragons for a versatile way of adding summer color to your flower beds and patio pots

By Graham Rice Published 4 April 22

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How to plant a magnolia tree: an easy step-by-step guide

How To Find out how to plant a magnolia tree or bush so that it grows away well to bring you years of pleasure

By Graham Rice Published 31 March 22

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Azaleas plant care and growing guide: how to grow these star shrubs

Plants Azaleas are among the best garden shrubs available. And with the right care you will be rewarded with dazzling flowers throughout spring

By Graham Rice Published 30 March 22

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Deer-resistant plants: 10 options to grow in your yard

Plants Include these deer-resistant plants in your flower beds, borders and patio containers to deter hungry deer from eating your prized flowers and foliage

By Graham Rice Published 27 March 22

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Boxwood care: a guide to growing these iconic evergreen shrubs

Plants Boxwood is a timeless choice for topiary, hedges, containers, and more – here’s how to grow it in your garden

By Graham Rice Last updated 18 March 22

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Best fast-growing trees: 10 trees to bring superfast impact in your yard

Plants By planting the top fast-growing trees you can quickly add structure, interest and much-needed privacy to your plot

By Graham Rice Published 13 March 22

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Pink magnolia trees: the top choices for every garden

Plants From blush tones to bolder shades, these pink magnolia trees will introduce pretty flowers and eye-catching color to any backyard

By Graham Rice Published 10 March 22

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Latest articles by Graham Rice

Best fast-growing climbing plants: 10 vines to cover vertical spaces quickly

Invasive plants: 10 non-native plants to watch out for in your garden

Types of lavender: 15 stunning varieties to grow in your garden

Bee balm care and growing guide: top tips for Monarda

Bearded iris care and growing guide: how to grow these vibrant flowers

Best fast-growing shrubs: 10 quick ways to add impact to your yard

Columbine care and growing guide: expert tips on aquilegia

Hostas care and growing guide: expert tips for these stunning foliage plants

Lilac care and growing guide: expert tips for these flowering shrubs

Alliums care and growing guide: expert tips for ornamental onions

Types of zinnia: 16 uplifting varieties to grow on your plot

Best fast-growing plants: 10 speedy growers for your yard

Redbud care and growing guide: tips for healthy cercis trees and shrubs

Cosmos care and growing guide: expert tips on these well-loved summer annuals

How to transplant a magnolia tree or bush in 9 easy steps

Heuchera care guide: how to grow coral bells in your garden

Lupins care guide: growing advice for these structural summer blooms

How to prune a magnolia tree: a simple step-by-step guide

Snapdragons care guide: how to plant and grow antirrhinums

How to plant a magnolia tree: an easy step-by-step guide

Azaleas plant care and growing guide: how to grow these star shrubs

Deer-resistant plants: 10 options to grow in your yard

Boxwood care: a guide to growing these iconic evergreen shrubs

Best fast-growing trees: 10 trees to bring superfast impact in your yard

Pink magnolia trees: the top choices for every garden

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