Gerry Daly

Ornamental species make fine decorative plants in the garden and thrive in the damp weather, writes Gerry Daly.

Pots and containers can bring lots of colour to the garden at this time of year – placement is key, writes Gerry Daly.

A spectacular plant in full growth, rodgersia also makes a show of dark-red leaves in autumn, writes Gerry Daly.

The spindle tree, known for its slender stems, earned its name from its historical use in crafting spindles for spinning wool, writes Gerry Daly.

As autumn progresses, and the flowers tail off slowly, by the end of September, the harlequin glory leaves begin to take on autumn hues, writes Gerry Daly.

The South African plant loves cool conditions which makes them perfectly at home in Irish gardens, writes Gerry Daly.

When it comes to bringing plenty of colour to your garden, the penstemon wins hands down, writes Gerry Daly.

Give your garden the summer aesthetic with some phlox and rose beds, writes Gerry Daly.