Informative & inspirational events, talks, courses & workshops

There's always so much happening in the world of gardening - here we keep you posted on places we've visited, experts we've spoken with, and the things we just love doing...

Who will be the first to spot a snowdrop?

Sunday 2 January 2011

Galanthus is a small genus of about 19 species of bulb commonly found throughout Europe and western Asia in upland woodland and rocky ...

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From Christopher Lloyds Cuttings

Sunday 26 December 2010

“No passionate gardener, even though distracted by the prospect of Christmas family gatherings, will have their minds totally ...

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Falling Snow: a favourite poem

Tuesday 21 December 2010

Falling Snow by Alan Williams See how they fall An infinity of heavenly aspirations Come to convert the world With a deep and even ...

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Gardening Gifts for Christmas!

Monday 13 December 2010

We know it’s never that easy to rustle up the best gift for a keen gardener – another trowel, more twine, mmmm…well, this year we have ...

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Plant of the month: Cornus sanguinea Midwinter Fire

Friday 10 December 2010

There are many shrubs that will add colour through these darker winter months, including dogwoods (Cornus) which, if pruned hard in the ...

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We loveJans blog!

Sunday 5 December 2010

Jan M. is one of an enthusiastic group of women who regularly (every Friday!) gather to drink coffee, chat about the week’s events – ...

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How to deal with a snowy garden!

Thursday 2 December 2010

When did we last have snow in early December?!  Last year it was January, the year before, April – this is becoming a regular if rather ...

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Great Dixter; winter inspiration

Tuesday 30 November 2010

“If Dixter always remains loved and retains its own identity, everything else will fall into place.” Christopher Lloyd, January 2006 If ...

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Plant of the month: Malus

Friday 19 November 2010

As the autumn draws in, fruits and seeds ripen creating an exciting range of colours and shapes in the garden. A great tree for the ...

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Tulips – plan your planting now…

Sunday 7 November 2010

Tulips are fantastic spring bulbs.  There is nothing to beat them for scent, colour and drama. If, like me, you want them to last for ...

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Berry-licious! Jamming with The Garden house…

Monday 1 November 2010

Right now we’re jamming, pickling, bottling, producing anything from creamy curds and chutneys to sparkling jellies and fruity jams. ...

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Wine tasting with Henry Butler!

Friday 22 October 2010

Following our amazing trip to South Africa where we visited vineyards and sampled some gorgeous wine, we would like to offer you the ...

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