A very green year

Britain celebrates the Year of the English Garden by opening the gates to many stunning estates, Mike Peters finds

Most people could make a long list of must-see sights in England, especially London. For me, heading to the UK this year meant realizing a particular dream: Visiting the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew.

I've been a "plant nut" for most of my life, and for a fan of beautiful gardens, the English garden has a unique appeal.