82Tulipa Greigii was discovered in Turkestan in 1877. Any tulip developed from or resembling this one species is a Greigii Tulip. All are brightly colored, tough and a little top heavy, with disproportionately large flowers (up to 5" 12.5cm across)...
Find out how to get away from the crowds and ride in the shadow of the world-famous Paine Massif
Although 20th century introductions, Lily-flowered tulips look like old-fashioned hourglass Turkish tulips brought to europe centuries ago. In bud, petals are pointed and reflexed. In flower, they open wide to form...
Tulip 'Golden Emperor' The best thing about Fosteriana tulips is their simple airy flowers. Extra-wide petals unfold from tight buds, carried mid height (8", 20cm to 10" 25cm). The original perennial tulips, they have been bred from Tulipa...
Lush lake-filled national park set in Valdivian rainforest
Chile has eight Unesco World Biosphere Reserves and four World Heritage Sites. Chilean Patagonia has the lion's share of these. Trekking in Patagonia is challenging and unforgettable, with highlights including deserted rainforests, active volcanoes,...
A Guide to Trekking in the National Parks of Argentine Patagonia
Argentina's Glacier Wonderland
Species tulips are the uncut diamonds of tulips. Un-hybridized and uncultivated, many have a raw beauty and a tough constitution.
Late-flowering Rose Tulips for the garden
Find out which tulips are best for naturalizing, when specific tulips flower and other characteristics.
There´s a Clematis for every season, but spring-flowering Clematis are the most rewarding and least difficult to grow
Los Glaciares National Park and Torres del Paine National Park are in Southern Patagonia, which stranddles Chile and Argentina. Both are popular trekking destinations, but which is best?
Must-sees, must-dos and how to get there
The best national parks in Patagonia for trekking
Lago Pehoé has some of Torres del Paine's best accommodation including a lakeside campsite and a world-class hotel
Little known 25 years ago, Torres del Paine is today a mecca for trekkers, horse riders and kayakers
Torres del Paine's biggest glacier
The Circuit Trek in Torres del Paine National Park is ten-day trek through one of the most beautiful places on earth.
Find out about Torres del Paine National Park's 250km of trails, from the well-trodden Circuit and W treks to other less used trails.
Hiking the Torres del Paine W FAQ: where to stay, what to see, how to get there and highlights
Ruffled or Parrot Tulips are surging in popularity. Find out why.