(Photo: Van Chaplin: White gardenia blooms)
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NOSTALGIC SELECTIONS  
We are infatuated with the good old days, especially when it comes to the garden. Favorite plants and flowers, just like great old songs and classic cars, can transport us back to fondly remembered times. To identify selections with timeless appeal, we polled our editors and contributors. Their responses are compelling, ranging from antique roses to evergreen shrubs, with many winning favor as trouble-free or double-duty choices. Here are today's best bets from the gardens of yesteryear.