The emergent layer of successional "boisterous blooms" houses the plant power that brings the flair and drama to the mix. The trick for year-round success is to plan to have around three plants at any one time looking their best, this avoids everything fighting for attention all at once and spreads the interest through the growing seasons. Sarah’s top tip? Contrast is key—pair different heights, textures, and colours to create layers of interest and depth. Here are our top 20 favourite flowers for borders that will add eye-catching bursts of brilliance to your space.
The emergent layer of successional "boisterous blooms" houses the plant power that brings the flair and drama to the mix. The trick for year-round success is to plan to have around three plants at any one time looking their best, this avoids everything fighting for attention all at once and spreads the interest through the growing seasons. Sarah’s top tip? Contrast is key—pair different heights, textures, and colours to create layers of interest and depth. Here are our top 20 favourite flowers for borders that will add eye-catching bursts of brilliance to your space.