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Alan Titchmarsh is probably the most recognised man in gardening, yet until now his own private plot has been something of a mystery. He has said, “When you've created something beautiful from a patch of grey or soggy mud, there is an urge to share its …
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There's more on Sunday 11 Nov probably in Mail on Sunday. 7. In Cumbria last weekend. Snow on fells. Set off fireworks in the garden. Met arb-uk.co.uk's Andy Hancock in Ambleside. He's anti-arb cowboys. 8. From Patrick Vickery: “PS: reading “A View …
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GARDENING IT IS that accursed time of year in my garden when I look to the ground and all I see are leaves — and to the sky where all I see are leaves that will soon be on the ground. While some trees retain their leaves to create a magical display of …
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Neil MacWilliam, manager of the garden centre on Forest Road, Cotebrook, said: “We are looking for entertainers who can provide festive-themed entertainment for our Christmas shoppers to come along to the event. “It will be a great opportunity for …
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The internationally renowned gardens of the Trewithen estate, near Probus, are among only 30 in the world to have been awarded the title of International Camellia Garden of Excellence. Mr Galsworthy said: “I am delighted and honoured to be president of …
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SCHOOL, charity and community bands and choirs are invited to perform at a Christmas fair at a garden centre this month. Wyevale Lelant Garden Centre, Nut Lane, Hayle needs carollers and brass and Salvation Army bands for its fair on November 17 and …
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The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK's leading gardening charity. Our goal is to help people share a passion for plants, to encourage excellence in horticulture and inspire all those with an interest in gardening. We need a highly organised …
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As a new high-end housing development takes shape on the site of the former Bristol University Botanic Gardens, David Clensy meets the former university …
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WORK to create a new sensory garden for people with dementia and disabilities is nearing completion in Falmouth. Thanks to a £10,000 Awards for All Lottery grant, the Age UK Falmouth Day Centre has built news raised beds, walls, gates and a patio area …
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Primitive but effective, I printed out pictures of the garden, then drew on them roughly in black felt-tip to indicate where I thought things should be. • For online plant sourcing refer to the RHS Plant Finder (http://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhsplantfinder …
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The Royal Landscape is a paradise for gardeners. Whether you're an expert or an aspiring horticulturalist or just someone who appreciates a stunning floral …
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“We would be grateful if anyone who is interested to call 01278 446801 or email Hello@porcupinepr.co.uk by Friday, November 9.” There will be festive displays featuring an array of gifts, decorations, and artificial trees during the weekend and …
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Rose growers rarely miss a marketing opportunity, and this year, with an uplifting Jubilee and a triumphant Olympic Games to celebrate, they've had a field day. Royalists may have been torn between a golden hybrid tea, 'Diamond Jubilee', and David …
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Well, I have to say that the 2012 growing season has been difficult and for some crops it has been a disaster but overall my quantity of food produced is rough…
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Kirriemuir Rotarians Jim Millar (left) and Bill Keillor look over proposals at one of the locations next to the Health Centre, for the Kirriemuir Garden Project. The project will be discussed at a public meeting on Thursday. photosonlocation.co.uk …
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