The Free Plant for Spring 2026

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Aloysia citrodora ‘Spilsbury Mint’ is the free plant for the Spring 2026 Plant Fair Aloysia citrodora ‘Spilsbury Mint’ (Lemon Verbena – Spilsbury Mint form) is a deciduous, aromatic shrub with slender stems and narrow, lanceolate leaves. It has a strong lemon fragrance with a distinctive minty undertone unique to this variety. The leaves are suitable for culinary use (teas, desserts) and for drying. It’s ideal for container growing, patios, and sheltered sunny spots. Plant in full sun for best vigour … Continue reading →

April’s Talk – ‘Orchids’

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A talk by Bill Gardiner Saturday, 25 April 2026, 2.00 pm, Wetherden Village Hall Park Road, Wetherden,  IP14 3JS. Bill Gardiner is Chairman of the Suffolk Orchid Society.  He will talk about orchids and will give advice on members’ own orchids.  In addition we will of course have other plants for sale, produced and maintained by our propagation team. Note: This is a further change from the originally announced speaker.  

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Spring 2026 Plant Fair Programme

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Helmingham Plant Fair Programme: Alongside the stalls of the specialist nurseries and artisans, we have an exciting programme of talks and entertainment. Sunday 24th May Talks: 11.30am – 12.30pm Garden Speaker – Jim Marshall – The renewal of Benton End Gardens – home of Sir Cedric Morris. 12.30 – 1pm Meet the Experts Q&A: Jim Marshall – RHS Gold Medal Winner and National Trust Gardens Advisor Matthew Tanton Brown – Nurseryman (A Place for Plants) and Broadcaster Anthony Pigott – Scientific … Continue reading →