Native Plant Beneath the Breeze: The Quiet Architecture of Agrostis (Bentgrass) in the Cornish Garden Fine-leaved and resilient, the bents (Agrostis spp.) are the quiet architects of Cornwall’s meadows, heaths, and gardens. This longform feature explores their ecological role, botanical distinctions, and how these understated grasses shape biodiversity-rich landscapes. By Ellory Moss • 4 min read
Native Plant Briza media (quaking grass) The Quiet Quiver of Old Cornish Meadows Briza media (quaking grass) shimmers quietly through Cornwall’s rarest meadows. A symbol of wild beauty and biodiversity, it stabilises soil, feeds birds, and dances through sustainable gardens—telling stories of tradition, resilience, and quiet ecological power. By Ellory Moss • 4 min read
Native Plant Knapweed (Centaurea nigra) Wildflower, Workhorse, and Ecological Enigma in the Cornish Garden Common knapweed (Centaurea nigra) is a quiet powerhouse of Cornish meadows. Rich in nectar, beloved by birds, and rooted in resilience, it offers ecological gifts while demanding thoughtful management. Explore its value, risks, and place in a biodiversity-led garden. By Ellory Moss • 4 min read
Native Plant Field Scabious (Knautia arvensis) A Wildflower of Time, Place, and Pollinator Magic A lavender-blue beacon of Cornwall’s meadows, Field Scabious (Knautia arvensis) offers beauty, biodiversity, and resilience. Discover how its extended bloom, soil preferences, and pollinator relationships are shaped by place—and what must be done to protect it in a changing climate. By Ellory Moss • 4 min read
Plant Profiles Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) Healer, Herald, and Hedge-Top Companion Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a quiet cornerstone of Cornish meadows and hedgerows—tough, beautiful, and rich with ecological and medicinal history. This long-flowering, pollinator-friendly plant brings resilience, rhythm, and meaning to the naturalistic garden. By Ellory Moss • 5 min read
Native Plant Red Campion (Silene dioica) Keeper of the Hedgerows Red campion (Silene dioica) is a native wildflower steeped in Cornish myth, loved by pollinators, and treasured for its vibrant, long-lasting blooms. A plant of wild beauty and cultural memory, it brings colour, wildlife, and folklore into garden and hedgerow alike. By Ellory Moss • 5 min read
Plant Profiles Guardians of the Orchard: Cornwall’s Living Apple Heritage Cornwall’s heritage orchards are living museums of biodiversity, flavour, and memory. From the clove-scented Gilliflower to rare village apples, discover how these trees root tradition — and why they may be the future of resilient, community-based growing. By Ellory Moss • 4 min read
Plant Profiles The Cornish Gilliflower: Scented Heritage at the Edge of the Orchard World A richly scented, antioxidant-rich heritage apple, the Cornish Gilliflower is a rare Cornish gem — blending unique genetics, cultural history, and remarkable flavour. Discover why this clove-scented apple deserves a place in tomorrow’s orchards. By Ellory Moss • 4 min read
Native Plant Bracken (Pteridium aquilinum) A plant of ancient use and folklore, bracken symbolises resilience and magic in Cornish tradition. In coastal gardens, it thrives in moist, well-drained soils with light shade, but its vigorous spread requires careful containment and regular management. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
Plant Profiles Holly (Ilex aquifolium) Holly stands at the heart of Cornish folklore—symbolising protection, hope, and tradition. In coastal gardens, it flourishes in acidic, well-drained soil with shelter from salt winds, offering evergreen beauty, wildlife value, and a living link to ancient customs. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
Native Plant Primrose (Primula vulgaris) Primroses symbolise spring, hope, and folklore in Cornwall—linked to fairies, luck, and local traditions. In coastal gardens, they thrive in moist, sheltered spots, rewarding with soft blooms, pollinator value, and a living connection to Cornish heritage. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
Native Plant Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea) Foxglove, steeped in Cornish folklore, symbolises fairies, protection, and healing. Thriving in moist, semi-shaded coastal gardens, it brings bold blooms and a touch of myth—echoing ancient beliefs in both its beauty and deadly power. By Ellory Moss • 2 min read
