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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 →

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 →

Autumn Plant Fair 2025

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Next weekend! Plant Heritage Autumn Plant Fair and Artisan Market It’s the 25th Anniversary Plant Fair at Helmingham Hall! Sunday 14th September:  10 am – 4 pm, Helmingham Hall, IP14 6EF. Entrance: Adults £10 (£9.00 in advance) – Children: Free (includes admission into the Grade 1 Listed Gardens). • 800 free plants for visitors distributed during the day • Hundreds of rare and unusual plants • Garden and lifestyle accessories • Specialist nurseries & National Plant Collections • Expert advice … Continue reading →

The Free Plant Autumn 2025

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Thymus × citriodorus ‘Lime’ is the free plant for the Autumn 2025 plant fair. Thymus × citriodorus ‘Lime’, commonly known as Lime Thyme, is a fragrant evergreen perennial herb prized for its distinctive citrus aroma and vibrant foliage. A hybrid within the mint family (Lamiaceae), it’s thought to have originated from crosses between common thyme (Thymus vulgaris) and lemon thyme (Thymus pulegioides), combining the culinary versatility of thyme with a refreshing lime scent. Its compact growth habit and ornamental appeal … Continue reading →