Six on Saturday – April 14
It has been a mini-hiatus of a few weeks for me from compiling a Six on Saturday; however I am glad to get back on the horse. So here are the six images to showcase my last couple of weeks in horticulture. Continue reading Six on Saturday – April 14
A New Start at an Old Haunt
It has been an exciting time for me as I have returned to working for the National Trust, as a Gardener at Hanbury Hall and Gardens in Worcestershire. Continue reading A New Start at an Old Haunt
Getting Creative: A Demanding Month
It felt like March was seemingly against gardeners; predominantly it was wet, it was cold and there was also snow. The ground tended to be unworkable and conditions were definitely not favourable for growing (or even surviving for some plants’ case). It is hypothetically fine if you have a heated greenhouse or more of a professional set-up, but for many common-as-muck gardeners it meant a … Continue reading Getting Creative: A Demanding Month
Six on Saturday – March 24
What a seven days it has been, starting with cold and snow and followed by improving seasonal weather and the spring equinox. It is a confusing period for the gardener, especially taking forthcoming weather forecasts into account. Continue reading Six on Saturday – March 24
Visiting John’s Garden at Ashwood Nurseries
I was lucky to get to see a fantastic example of a plantsman’s garden and it warmed the spirits on even what was a freezing cold and snowy day. Open for charity on selected days, ‘John’s Garden’ is a well-recommended paradise garden for plant enthusiasts. Continue reading Visiting John’s Garden at Ashwood Nurseries
T&M Guest Blog: GYO for Green Smoothies
I wrote my first guest blog for the leading gardening retailer Thompson & Morgan on growing simple vegetables and herbs at home for making healthy green smoothies. Read more & find the link. Continue reading T&M Guest Blog: GYO for Green Smoothies
Six on Saturday – March 17
This Six on Saturday post is all about blooms and more precisely those plants in my small courtyard garden that are currently taking the spotlight with their colourful splendour. Continue reading Six on Saturday – March 17
Eco-friendly Alternatives to Plastic for Propagation
There is now an increased focus on the excessive uses of plastic in gardens, so what approaches can gardeners take when it comes to eco-friendly options for sowing and growing your seedlings? Continue reading Eco-friendly Alternatives to Plastic for Propagation
Six on Saturday – March 10
After a week’s hiatus it is time for the latest of my Six on Saturday posts, which cover some of the highs and lows of my last week (or two weeks in this case) in horticulture. Here are six pictures and stories to showcase the latest goings-on. Continue reading Six on Saturday – March 10
Recreating a Tudor Knot Garden
I take a look back at a project which saw me immerse myself in the world of Tudor gardening to design an authentic recreation of a knot garden. Continue reading Recreating a Tudor Knot Garden
