Visiting three National Trust properties in one day is not necessarily something to aspire to, but if you have the legs for it, start early enough, and have membership, then why not. At the end of it you are able to say “my favourite was x”, or “x had the best border”, “y the grandest …

There are a number of places where plant photographers can compete to win awards and acclaim. We list some of the best ones below. International Garden Photographer of the Year 2014 Over the last 7 years this competition seems to have grown exponentially, originally a small affair it now appears to be the most efficient …

Australian artist Margaret Preston (1875 – 1963) painted or printed many of her native species to great acclaim. Below we take a look at some of those artworks to learn a little about the plants that were her willing subjects. Her work is so vibrant and characterful, it is wonderful to be able to view …

If you are making a living out of photography, you must be good. If you are making a living out of wild plant photography you’re a genius. There is not much call for wild plant photographs these days, especially macro shots that offer a portrait of an individual plant. Some talented individuals have success with …

“When Great Trees Fall” was Maya Angelou’s (1928 – 2014) last poem in her fifth volume of poetry, I Shall Not Be Moved. Quoted widely at the time of her recent death it reads like a personal tribute, speaking of the loss and mourning of something far-reaching and influential; a ‘great soul’. The poem gracefully …

There have been many advertising campaigns already in 2014 where plants have starred. Here are four of our favourites from the fashion world. Plants sell things. Why? Because (amongst many other things) they are fresh, architectural, vibrant, diverse and alive. Credit to all the artists involved for recognising the value and beauty in their application. …

Plant Curator is yet to visit Kew Gardens’ currently ongoing festival extravaganza – Plantasia – but it is just a matter of time. There is nothing like a nicely designed array of publicity material to lure you in. Using illustrations from the charmingly chimerical artist Andrew Lyons, and creative direction (including name and concept) from 999 …

There are a number of interesting exhibitions to choose from this month, as well as many summer flower events both wild and cultivated, proving once again that plants are an endless source of inspiration. Here are our top plant inspired picks for July. 1. Silent Exchange by Charlie Waite at the The National Theatre, London Landscape photography (like all …