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Introduction The secret of successful gardening is to go with nature instead of trying to fight it.

Even a ‘problem’ hot, dry, sunny spot can be turned into a real feature if you treat it right. It could become a stunning patio, courtyard or gravel garden.

What makes a hot spot hot?
  • walls and paving act like giant storage radiators
  • pale coloured surfaces reflect heat and light back into the area
  • heat is trapped in an enclosed area - it can feel like an oven
  • light, sandy or free-draining soil suits ‘hot spot’ plants best

Alan Titchmarsh
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6. Hot spot garden

Introduction
Hot spot design
Building terraces
Hot spot plants
Top ten plants
Terrace planting
Soil care
Herbs
Overwintering

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