Suffolk’s Collection Holders were invited to use the excellent computer facilities at Suffolk New College during the recent half term break. Plant Heritage has made available a new internet based recording system for their National Plant Collections,  and ran a training session at the college with attendees including Melanie Collins from Mickfield Hostas, Sarah Cook, who has the National Plant Collection of Iris bred by Sir Cedric Morris, and Simon Weeks who holds the National Plant Collection of Erysimum (perennial wallflowers). … Continue reading →

The focus at this month’s propagating morning was on hardwood cuttings, as well as plants including climbing Hydrangeas, Cardamon and Polystichum. Propagation days currently take place once a month. Open to members, they are a great way to get involved in plant conservation and to learn new propagating techniques. Click on the ‘propagation’ link for more information , and contact Anne Tweddle if you would like to take part.   .      

Two National Collection holders who are members of Suffolk Plant Heritage have won gold medals at RHS Hampton Court this week. Congratulations to Mickfield Hostas and also to Jim Marshall who has the National Collection of Malmaison carnations. Sarah Cook with her collection of Cedric Morris Iris, has won a silver medal. The icing on the cake is that Jim who is vice-chairman of the Suffolk Group has won Best Plant Heritage Exhibit.