
Edward Bowring
Edward Bowring is a horticultural therapist and writer with a passion for gardening and the health benefits that it has to offer. With a background in occupational therapy, Edward worked within health care settings where he witnessed first-hand the healing power of gardening and has managed and run therapeutic kitchen and community gardens ever since. Edward also shares his love of gardening and growing for the kitchen table through his writing. When he is not at work, he is most likely found pottering in his own garden and veg patch in West Sussex where he lives with his wife, two young children and a rather badly behaved, but much loved golden retriever.
Latest articles by Edward Bowring
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5 of the trickiest annuals I've ever grown and how to succeed with them – even in late summer
Expert advice on how to successfully grow difficult annual plants
By Edward Bowring Published
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I'll admit it, I adore these 8 plants, but their aggressive habits means I no longer grow them – and I urge you to think twice before planting them too
These species out-compete other plants, reduce biodiversity and even change the natural habitat
By Edward Bowring Published
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As a professional gardener, these are the 5 trees I'd never plant in any yard ever again (and what I'd choose instead)
With the potential to cause damage and a mess, some trees are best kept out of gardens
By Edward Bowring Published
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Annuals that thrive on neglect – 5 essential flowers for time-poor gardeners, simply plant and forget
These low-maintenance annuals are ideal for adding short-term color to any garden
By Edward Bowring Published
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This is the one plant that thrives in the shade, you can ignore completely and is virtually impossible to kill – perfect for time-poor gardeners
Discover 6 varieties of this shade-loving plant that not only add impact, but even thrive on neglect
By Edward Bowring Published
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How to get started with matrix planting – discover how to emulate the ecological and time-saving benefits of this layering gardening technique
The basics and benefits of matrix planting explained
By Edward Bowring Published
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After 20-years of gardening, these are the 7 must-have perennials I would never be without
From weed-suppressing ground cover to elegant flowers that gently sway in the breeze, these perennials will enhance your garden for years to come
By Edward Bowring Published
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How to turn an inhospitable hellstrip into an attractive extension of your yard – expert advice on designing, planting and staying within the law
Creating a hellstrip garden isn't as hard as you might think, as long as you follow these key dos and don'ts
By Edward Bowring Published
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How to inherit a garden – a professional's take on knowing what to keep, what to dig up, and why you should do nothing for the first year
Inheriting a garden is an enjoyable experience when you know where to begin
By Edward Bowring Published
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I'm a professional horticulturalist – these are the 7 ways I have reduced watering in the garden, even in a heatwave, saving me time and resources
Save time and water with these expert water-reducing gardening tips
By Edward Bowring Published
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When to plant strawberries – for the tastiest treats of summer
Discover when to plant strawberries for the most delicious homegrown fruit this season
By Edward Bowring Published