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Lost the plot... tales from the potting shed

Wrapping and Rolling!

Now is the time to tackle those critical early winter tasks before the really cold weather comes in. Firstly get more shrubs for free without the need for a glasshouse or heated propagators by taking …

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We love Asters: Late Summer Colour!

This year’s extraordinary (maybe even becoming normal?) late summer sunshine reminds us that we can continue to enjoy colour in the garden well into October…

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Save the Date – come to our MacMillan Coffee Morning!

Visit the Garden House and support the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, Macmillan’s fundraising event for people facing cancer. All over the UK people will…

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Garden House Trip to Somerset

Back in June 2018, we enjoyed another delightful garden road trip. Garden House friend and fellow garden enthusiast Julia Widdows tells all… First stop was…

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The Friday Gardening Group is enrolling for September 2018

Are you looking to learn new skills in horticulture within an energetic and friendly environment? Join the Friday Gardening Group – a fun and supportive…

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The Hidden Gardens of Brighton and Beyond!

Looking at lovely gardens is so enjoyable, and a special pleasure when they are private gardens that we wouldn’t otherwise see. Our first in a…

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Today I must....bring garden canes into the greenhouse…

Wash soil off your bamboo canes and hazel or willow bean supports. Either wipe over with linseed oil, or steep the ends for an hour or so in preservative. Stack neatly in the greenhouse or shed, out of the wind and rain.

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