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Cover of the September 2026 issue of The Plant Review

September 2026

Uncover the origins of the mysterious Helianthus ‘Lemon Queen’ through a fascinating blend of experimentation and archival detective work. Celebrate the life and plants of the unforgettable plantsman Gary Dunlop, and go scrumping on the Isle of Wight for the apples of Lady Thornycroft. Explore the beautiful plants linked to Anemone hortensis and A. pavonia, discover the remarkable story of India's ambitious Hortus Malabaricus, and learn why old lawns are a haven for unusual fungi.

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Recent issues in 2026

Go in search of the lost daffodils that form the legacy of remarkable amateur breeder Noel Burr. Explore the undergrowth for Coptis (goldthreads) and canker roots and discover some choice woodland plants. Learn more about Siberian irises and how they differ from the more familiar bearded types. Find out what makes Cyclamen colchicum distinctive and why it deserves a place in the garden. Join a trek through Nepal’s fairytale-like floral landscapes and gain insights from nature on growing these beautiful plants at home.

March 2026

Go in search of the lost daffodils that form the legacy of remarkable amateur breeder Noel Burr. Explore the undergrowth for Coptis (goldthreads) and canker roots and discover some choice woodland plants. Learn more about Siberian irises and how they differ from the more familiar bearded types. Find out what makes Cyclamen colchicum distinctive and why it deserves a place in the garden. Join a trek through Nepal’s fairytale-like floral landscapes and gain insights from nature on growing these beautiful plants at home.

Discover the unexpected depth of perennial Helianthus, along with the promising hybrids still to come. Step inside Villa della Pergola to explore its remarkable Citrus, Agapanthus and Wisteria collections. Trace the story of modern Gladiolus through the people and plants behind it. Uncover the latest breeding in cool-climate pink daylilies. Find fresh inspiration for planting with carefully chosen bearded irises. Explore a compelling case for mosses as a beautiful and practical choice for green roofs.

June 2026

Discover the unexpected depth of perennial Helianthus, along with the promising hybrids still to come. Step inside Villa della Pergola to explore its remarkable Citrus, Agapanthus and Wisteria collections. Trace the story of modern Gladiolus through the people and plants behind it. Uncover the latest breeding in cool-climate pink daylilies. Find fresh inspiration for planting with carefully chosen bearded irises. Explore a compelling case for mosses as a beautiful and practical choice for green roofs.

Go in search of the lost daffodils that form the legacy of remarkable amateur breeder Noel Burr. Explore the undergrowth for Coptis (goldthreads) and canker roots and discover some choice woodland plants. Learn more about Siberian irises and how they differ from the more familiar bearded types. Find out what makes Cyclamen colchicum distinctive and why it deserves a place in the garden. Join a trek through Nepal’s fairytale-like floral landscapes and gain insights from nature on growing these beautiful plants at home.

March 2026

Go in search of the lost daffodils that form the legacy of remarkable amateur breeder Noel Burr. Explore the undergrowth for Coptis (goldthreads) and canker roots and discover some choice woodland plants. Learn more about Siberian irises and how they differ from the more familiar bearded types. Find out what makes Cyclamen colchicum distinctive and why it deserves a place in the garden. Join a trek through Nepal’s fairytale-like floral landscapes and gain insights from nature on growing these beautiful plants at home.

Discover the unexpected depth of perennial Helianthus, along with the promising hybrids still to come. Step inside Villa della Pergola to explore its remarkable Citrus, Agapanthus and Wisteria collections. Trace the story of modern Gladiolus through the people and plants behind it. Uncover the latest breeding in cool-climate pink daylilies. Find fresh inspiration for planting with carefully chosen bearded irises. Explore a compelling case for mosses as a beautiful and practical choice for green roofs.

June 2026

Discover the unexpected depth of perennial Helianthus, along with the promising hybrids still to come. Step inside Villa della Pergola to explore its remarkable Citrus, Agapanthus and Wisteria collections. Trace the story of modern Gladiolus through the people and plants behind it. Uncover the latest breeding in cool-climate pink daylilies. Find fresh inspiration for planting with carefully chosen bearded irises. Explore a compelling case for mosses as a beautiful and practical choice for green roofs.

Go in search of the lost daffodils that form the legacy of remarkable amateur breeder Noel Burr. Explore the undergrowth for Coptis (goldthreads) and canker roots and discover some choice woodland plants. Learn more about Siberian irises and how they differ from the more familiar bearded types. Find out what makes Cyclamen colchicum distinctive and why it deserves a place in the garden. Join a trek through Nepal’s fairytale-like floral landscapes and gain insights from nature on growing these beautiful plants at home.

March 2026

Go in search of the lost daffodils that form the legacy of remarkable amateur breeder Noel Burr. Explore the undergrowth for Coptis (goldthreads) and canker roots and discover some choice woodland plants. Learn more about Siberian irises and how they differ from the more familiar bearded types. Find out what makes Cyclamen colchicum distinctive and why it deserves a place in the garden. Join a trek through Nepal’s fairytale-like floral landscapes and gain insights from nature on growing these beautiful plants at home.

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