Wild Cornish Garden Designing a Wild Pond Ecosystem in Cornwall: A Living Sanctuary for Wildlife and Gardeners Alike A wild pond brings beauty, biodiversity, and balance to your Cornish garden. With native plants, varied depths, and a wildlife-first design, you can create a thriving ecosystem that supports amphibians, insects, birds, and pollinators all year round. By Ellory Moss • 3 min read
Dahlias Dahlia Myths, Folklore, and Forgotten Meanings From Aztec legends of divine birth to Victorian love tokens and tales of smuggling, dahlias are steeped in rich symbolism. Discover the myths, forgotten meanings, and global folklore behind this dazzling bloom—and why its stories still captivate today. By Ellory Moss • 4 min read
Dahlias The Ethical Dahlia Grower: Sustainable Cultivation in a Changing Climate Grow dahlias with care for water, soil, and wildlife. Our guide to sustainable dahlia growing in a changing climate shows how low-water, no-dig, peat-free, and pollinator-friendly practices create beauty that benefits the planet too. By Ellory Moss • 3 min read
Dahlias Beyond the Bloom: Using Dahlia Petals for Natural Dye and Crafts Discover how dahlias can live on beyond the garden with natural dyes, pressed flower art, and botanical crafts. From vibrant textile colors to handmade keepsakes, explore creative ways to celebrate dahlias—and Cornwall’s craft heritage—after the bloom fades. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
Dahlias Dahlias After Dark: How to Style Your Evening Garden with Glow & Drama Turn your garden into a glowing retreat with luminous dahlias, sunset-inspired colour palettes, and subtle evening lighting. Discover how to create a dramatic, radiant space that shines long after the sun has set. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
Dahlias The Living Legacy of Heritage Dahlias: Cultivating History in the Modern Cornish Garden Heritage dahlias bring history, beauty, and resilience to your garden. These classic cultivars — some over a century old — thrive in Cornish conditions, support pollinators, and keep living horticultural traditions alive. A perfect blend of past, present, and lasting charm. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
Dahlias The Cornish Garden Guide to Dahlia Varieties: A Celebration of Color, Form, and Garden Style From romantic blush blooms to bold cactus forms, discover the diverse world of dahlias in this Cornish Garden guide—color palettes, rare finds, and timeless classics for vibrant, beautiful borders all season long. By Ellory Moss • 3 min read
Dahlias Dahlias for a Changing Climate: Adapting Tradition with Resilience Discover how Cornish gardeners are adapting dahlias for a warming world—choosing resilient varieties, improving soils, and mastering mulch. With climate-smart care, these iconic blooms can thrive through hotter summers and drier seasons. By Ellory Moss • 3 min read
Dahlias Dahlia Storage & Overwintering: A Cornish Gardener’s Guide for Every Climate Overwintering dahlias is a quiet, vital ritual in the Cornish garden — from lifting and storing to mulching in place. Choose the method that suits your climate, guard against rot and pests, and welcome spring with healthy tubers and vibrant blooms. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
Dahlias Cornwall’s Dahlia Legacy: Heritage, Cultivars, and the Growers Who Shaped Them Cornwall’s rich dahlia story spans Victorian showmanship, pioneering breeders, and world-class cultivars. From famed local varieties to the National Dahlia Collection’s new home, discover how Cornwall shaped Britain’s dahlia heritage — and still leads the way today. By Ellory Moss • 3 min read
Dahlias Wild & Species Dahlias: The Roots of Today’s Cultivars Discover the wild roots of garden dahlias — from Mexico’s mountain species to your own borders. Explore their beauty, resilience, and ecological value, and learn how growing species dahlias supports biodiversity, conservation, and vibrant late-season pollinators. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
Dahlias Dahlias: The Wild Roots, Global Journey, and Conservation Story of a Garden Icon From Aztec highlands to Cornish borders, dahlias carry a rich legacy of wild roots, global journeys, and vibrant hybrids. Their story weaves together ancient use, European obsession, and the urgent need to protect the wild species behind today’s garden icons. By Ellory Moss • 3 min read
