White flowers: 12 elegant choices for beautiful borders and pots

Choosing all white flowers for your garden might seem a little too simple. But the results can be truly spectacular and in fact, even more dramatic than a scheme that's bursting with color.

One of the most well-known examples of a white garden is at the famous Sissinghurst Castle in England. Gardening expert Monty Don also has one of his own, complete with a shed at one end and a red brick path. Done well, they are a beautiful thing – offering a cool and soothing subtlety yet still with plenty of interest.

Of course, you don't have to apply this look to the whole of your plot. White plants are a lovely pick for just one border or flowerbeds, or even a container display to brighten a patio. And when it comes to the plants themselves, you won't be stuck for choice – there are so many gorgeous varieties in all different shapes and sizes and in some cases, scents.

To help you get started creating your own pared-back planting scheme, we've brought together some of our very favorite white plants, plus plenty of expert advice.

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BY LOUISE CURLEY, HOLLY CROSSLEY