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  • The English Garden

    Space Invaders

    Jul 17, 2019 2 minutes
    WORDS LOUISE CURLEY

    Bare stone paths, terraces and walls can look austere, but there are plants that will thrive in the seemingly inhospitable cracks and crevices that are perfect for softening the appearance of hard landscaping. Our top ten includes alpines, compact herbs and low-growing, drought-tolerant plants, which will enjoy the free-draining conditions found in these spots.

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