Identical twins pose in front of the sunflowers at the National – Photograph: Leon Neal/AFP/Getty Images. Two of the most famous plant paintings of all time are currently hanging next to each other in the National Gallery. Whether you are seduced by their charms or not, this reunion of two versions of one of Vincent …

Desert garden design has its challenges. Placement of an Organ pipe cactus can significantly add to frontal house charm if done well. Landscaping involving lawns that require constant watering have little aesthetic appeal, but design that works with native plants accustomed to the harsh climate have more to offer. This image (photographer unknown) captures a property supporting the less …

Many artist find inspiration in nature and end up representing that by painting naturalistic landscapes or individual botanical pieces. Paul Klee’s expressionistic and semi-abstract representation of a fig tree is neither, but the inventiveness and interpretation of form and colour produce something that vividly represents the wonder of plants.

Ever since seeing Scott McFarland’s Hampstead Heath series at Vancouver Art Gallery, Plant Curator has been a fan of his work. Often using botanical places and subjects as inspiration, he is a photographer who leaves magical impressions with his changing light and weather montages. Scott McFarland Website