The March propagation workshop was very well attended, with some new faces and many of the long-time helpers. It was chilly in the church hall, but the heaters and some coffee soon got us all going and down to the jobs in hand. Maggie Thorpe gave a demonstration of taking cuttings. We had some penstemons which had been kept in the greenhouse over winter, and there was enough material on them to start some new plants. Other members of the … Continue reading →
The propagating sessions are run by Anne Tweddle and Maggie Thorpe. They are open to all members, but we ask that you book a place. The dates for 2018 are: March 22nd Thursday April 17th Tuesday May 16th Wednesday June 21st Thursday July 18th Wednesday August 22th Wednesday September 20th Thursday November 21st Wednesday
Continue reading →It’s not too soon to be thinking about the Spring Plant Sale – Sunday 27th May, 10am-4pm, Helmingham Hall, IP14 6EF. The free plant will be Penstemon ‘Drinkstone Red’. It’s described as: A good red, hardy Penstemon, flowers for a long period over the summer with long tubular flowers and medium green foliage with an elegant appearance. It should be kept deadheaded to encourage flowering and cut back in spring to new shoots coming from the base. This cultivar was bred by Fred Barcock … Continue reading →
The Garden Marquee will be hosting a number of talks throughout the day. : 11.30 – Matthew Tanton Brown, Nurseryman and Broadcaster. ‘Trees and Shrubs for Autumn Colour’ 12.30 –Anthony Pigott, Fern specialist and National Collection holder of Equisetum. ‘Ferns for winter effect: choice, culture and companions’. 2.00 – Marc – Beth Chatto Gardens and Nursery. ‘The best herbaceous plants for Autumn’
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