Val Bourne: Tough Plants [2025]

A stylish and modern guide to plants that flourish in the extreme weather conditions that have become the new norm.

There's nothing more soul-destroying than cultivating your beloved garden with beautiful plants, only to see them die a death from heatwave, frostbite or flooding. In extreme weather, the go-to plants of the past are no longer tough enough to survive and thrive. Enter Tough Plants: 40 of the most irrepressible species that will flourish whatever the weather.

With species from across the world, expert advice on planting and garden structure, five perfect partners for each entry and multiple variations for the ultimate garden inspiration, this book is a stylish, practical guide to plants that can literally weather the storm.