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Local people with rare forms of dementia to benefit from award-winning show garden now open to visitors at Exbury Gardens in Hampshire

Local people with rare forms of dementia to benefit from award-winning show garden now open to visitors at Exbury Gardens in Hampshire

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•    Free access for local Rare Dementia Support members, funds being raised on the garden for The National Brain Appeal, who fund the service A triple award-winning show garden, which will benefit local people diagnosed with rare dementias and their families, has been officially opened at Exbury Gardens. The National Brain Appeal’s  beautiful ‘Rare Space’ garden, designed by […]

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The RSPCA Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show: a call for UK gardeners to help stop wildlife decline

The RSPCA Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show: a call for UK gardeners to help stop wildlife decline

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‘We owe it to our children to ensure they still get to enjoy British wildlife,’ says Steve Backshall The RSPCA is teaming up at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show with award-winning designer, Martyn Wilson, to create a stylish sanctuary for wildlife and people alike – and it has a very important ‘take-home’ message. A contemporary […]

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Every school should have a garden…. School Food Matters Garden takes its mission to RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Every school should have a garden…. School Food Matters Garden takes its mission to RHS Chelsea Flower Show

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School gardens a vital resource for child mental health and wellbeing New charity survey shows children want more ‘green time’ and less ‘screen time’, and more than one in three children have never seen fruit or vegetables growing The climate resilient ‘edimentals’ garden will be relocated to two primary schools after the show   School […]

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RHS Resilient Garden – sustainable gardening for a changing climate by award-winning designer Tom Massey

RHS Resilient Garden – sustainable gardening for a changing climate by award-winning designer Tom Massey

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GARDENS FIT FOR THE FUTURE  TOM MASSEY COMBINES NEW RHS CLIMATE CHANGE RESEARCH WITH CUTTING EDGE DESIGN & VIRTUAL REALITY 6 April 2023 | £27.00 | Hardback | 256 pages In the first book to feature latest RHS climate change research, celebrated designer Tom Massey uses his expert knowledge and virtual reality to showcase an […]

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Not Another Jungle by Tony Le-Britton – how to take your houseplant growing to the next level

Not Another Jungle by Tony Le-Britton – how to take your houseplant growing to the next level

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Comprehensive care for extraordinary houseplants by leading houseplant influencer Tony Le-Britton 6 April 2023 | £16.99 | Hardback | 155 pages HOW TO TAKE YOUR HOUSEPLANT GROWING TO THE NEXT LEVEL Expert advice on how to care for some of the most desirable and beautiful houseplants available so they can thrive in your home Award-winning photographer […]

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Classic looks, hand-crafted and made in the UK – 2023 garden range from Arthur Jack & Co

Classic looks, hand-crafted and made in the UK – 2023 garden range from Arthur Jack & Co

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Arthur Jack & Co has expanded its hand-crafted garden range for 2023 with a stunning self-contained water feature and a classic window box designed to fit bay window side sills. Like the rest of Arthur Jack’s luxury products, both are forged from galvanised steel by artisans in the UK, are made to last for years […]

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Rekha’s Kitchen Garden

Rekha’s Kitchen Garden

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Seasonal produce and home-grown wisdom from one gardener’s allotment year  by Rekha Mistry 2 February 2023 | £18.99 | Hardback |  192 pages The urban gardener who swapped a successful business for an ‘allotment career’ – Rekha spills the beans on growing delicious veg throughout the year ·         In her first book, Rekha Mistry reveals […]

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Nature heals: Pioneering intensive care project opening at Plymouth’s Derriford Hospital

Nature heals: Pioneering intensive care project opening at Plymouth’s Derriford Hospital

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Bespoke outdoor/indoor treatment area fitted with specialist equipment so critical care patients can spend time in the fresh air and sunshine whilst fully ventilated  Outdoor garden space designed by award-winning BBC TV gardening expert, wheelchair user and former ICU patient Mark Lane Embracing the benefits of nature aims to improve rehab experience and outcomes for […]

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Importance of garden wildlife ponds highlighted as ‘Dragonfly Hotspot’ proves a flying success at Exbury Gardens

Importance of garden wildlife ponds highlighted as ‘Dragonfly Hotspot’ proves a flying success at Exbury Gardens

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·         Dragonfly Week (16-24 July) celebrates the importance of these wonderful creatures and the simple changes homeowners can make to attract them into their own back gardens A five-year project to attract more dragonflies to a south coast tourist attraction has been a soaraway hit with more than double the number of species recorded at […]

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The bog wins GOLD! Top award at RHS Chelsea for peatland display showing gardeners how to protect landscapes by switching to peat-free composts

The bog wins GOLD! Top award at RHS Chelsea for peatland display showing gardeners how to protect landscapes by switching to peat-free composts

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An immersive display boasting a real piece of ‘borrowed’ Cumbrian peatbog to highlight the critical importance of UK peatlands to our climate, and urging gardeners to ditch using peat, has won a gold medal at RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The unique exhibit is designed by the Eden Project and presented in partnership with peat-free compost […]

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The bog has landed! Peatland on display at RHS Chelsea to highlight how gardeners can protect landscapes by switching to peat-free composts

The bog has landed! Peatland on display at RHS Chelsea to highlight how gardeners can protect landscapes by switching to peat-free composts

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Curlews, lapwing, the hum of billions of insects…. and the occasional squelch – the sounds of a peatland captured and to be heard over a little piece of Cumbrian peatland, on loan from Natural England, and installed in the Discovery Zone at RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The critical importance of UK peatlands to our climate […]

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A soil-themed garden in partnership with Blue Peter

Juliet Sargeant designs new RHS garden in partnership with Blue Peter

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The New Blue Peter Garden: Discover Soil to have a permanent home at RHS Garden Bridgewater from the autumn with a preview showing at RHS Chelsea Flower Show  2022 new Blue Peter garden designed by Juliet Sargeant – fun and interactive soil science, journey through soil in a subterranean rhizotron, dodge ‘rain’ showers, listen to […]

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Mothers for Mothers RHS Chelsea garden

RHS Chelsea Flower Show garden of hope for mothers to raise awareness of Covid’s devastating impact on perinatal mental health

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The Mothers for Mothers Garden: “This too shall pass” designed by Pollyanna Wilkinson for Mothers for Mothers charity in the new show garden category ‘All About Plants’ at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2022. Design and planting to echo the road to recovery for mothers experiencingmental health   Covid restrictions have had a drastic impact on pregnant women, birthing people […]

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Plant lovers can explore The Connoisseur’s Garden – with treats at Exbury Gardens for steam train buffs and young nature fans too

Plant lovers can explore The Connoisseur’s Garden – with treats at Exbury Gardens for steam train buffs and young nature fans too

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Redeveloped area The Connoisseur’s Garden open to visitors, and the Hydrangea Walk replanted for maximum flower power New attractions include a children’s log trail and new-look visitor entrance/gift shop and plant centre 21st anniversary of Exbury Gardens Steam Railway A horticultural treasure trove of rare plants and shrubs will be on show at Exbury Gardens […]

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Gardening broadcaster and designer Mark Lane shortlisted in National Diversity Awards

Gardening broadcaster and designer Mark Lane shortlisted in National Diversity Awards

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Gardening broadcaster Mark Lane has been shortlisted in the Celebrity of the Year category at this week’s National Diversity Awards 2021, alongside Sir Lewis Hamilton and Marcus Rashford. Mark, the gardening expert on BBC One Morning Live and a presenter on QVC and BBC Gardeners’ World, became the UK’s first garden designer in a wheelchair, […]

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Eco compost shortlisted for first ever RHS Chelsea Sustainable Garden Product of the Year Award

Eco compost shortlisted for first ever RHS Chelsea Sustainable Garden Product of the Year Award

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A peat-free compost range made from sheep’s wool, bracken – and now comfrey – by Dalefoot Composts in the Lake District has been shortlisted for the first ever RHS Chelsea Sustainable Garden Product of the Year Award. Dalefoot Wool Compost with Comfrey, launched earlier this year by the Penrith-based firm, is one of ten shortlisted […]

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Rock garden rarities and dazzling dahlias to entice at Newby Hall in 2021

Rock garden rarities and dazzling dahlias to entice at Newby Hall in 2021

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Newby Hall & Gardens reopens to the public on 1 April 2021 with Covid safety measures1 in place First phase of historic rock garden restoration now complete Dahlia bed revamp with 21st century colour twist Famous double herbaceous border in full bloom after lockdown Harrogate Autumn Flower Show to be held at Newby Hall 17-19 September When […]

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Dalefoot Composts adds comfrey into its peat-free range to give plants a nutrient super boost

Dalefoot Composts adds comfrey into its peat-free range to give plants a nutrient super boost

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Comfrey – the organic gardener’s best friend – a ‘dynamic accumulator’ packed with nutrients is added into the Wool Compost range ‘Bocking 14’ variety has high levels of potassium, phosphorous & nitrogen for healthy plant growth, larger flowers & bigger crops Comfrey now being grown sustainably at Dalefoot farm as company scales up peat-free compost […]

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Log cabin annex

The no-planning homes keeping multi-generational families together during lockdowns

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Sales of Scandi-style log cabin garden annexes soar during lockdowns Ideal for grandparents or other close family and no planning permission needed1 Leading annex provider Norwegian Log has seen sales rocket by 35% over the last year and enquiries by 50% Most purchasers are aged over 70 and want to move closer to their children […]

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spring picks

HOT SPRING PICKS – The clothing most loved by Genus Gardenwear fans and new spring ranges launching soon

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With high performance, technical wear that looks as good as it performs, clothing from Genus Gardenwear has been a hit with serious gardeners since 2013. Its trousers and tops for all weathers, boasting UK-first designs, have proved popular with green-fingered Brits. The Cotswolds-based firm’s gear has clever horti’ twists such as stab-proof pockets for secateurs, […]

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Exbury Gardens spring 2021

Discover new woodland wonders, family nature trails and dazzling spring colour at Hampshire’s Exbury Gardens in 2021

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NEW River Walk – learn about native trees on a woodland trail towards the Beaulieu River estuary NEW Dragonfly Pond learning zone & Dragonfly Halt steam railway stop [2020 launch postponed by lockdown] Spring bulb extravaganza in Daffodil Meadow and the River of Gold, plus world-famous display of camellias, azaleas and rhododendrons Rock garden revamp […]

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Charles Dowding

Charles Dowding’s new online course on how to grow the A-Z of ‘no dig’ veg

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Available from charlesdowding.co.uk   Want to know the optimum time to sow runner beans, transplant cabbage and harvest your courgettes? Or when to water celery, how to banish carrot fly and why not digging your garden is more productive? Learning how to sow, grow, harvest and store the tastiest crops is made easy, one vegetable […]

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New ITV ident created by Mark Lane and Sharon Walters

Designer and broadcaster Mark Lane helps create first ITV logo ident of 2021

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Nature-themed collaboration with London-based collage artist Sharon Walters Work aims to amplify ‘forgotten voices’ of black women and disabled people First horticulturalist to create prestigious ident Filmed at Fullers Mill garden in Suffolk owned by horticultural charity Perennial Millions of ITV viewers are getting a flower-powered telly treat during January with an important underlying message, […]

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Luxury hamper IMP & MAKER Festive Showstopper Collection

IMP & MAKER launches gourmet food and drink hampers

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Can’t be with loved ones for Christmas? Send them Christmas in a hamper instead Ideal for personal & corporate gifting Britain is brimming with delicious food & drink producers but taking the time to discover them individually would be nigh impossible. Now a new, ultimate hamper experience is set to change that. Just launched, IMP […]

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Luxury British-grown orchid Christmas gifts delivered direct to loved ones or home

Luxury British-grown orchid Christmas gifts delivered direct to loved ones or home

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Treat someone special, or yourself, this Christmas with a gorgeous, British-grown orchid gift delivered direct to home. The country’s largest orchid grower, Love Orchids, has launched a luxurious Limited Edition Christmas range with affordable prices and free delivery. Boasting plants grown in a family-owned, New Forest nursery, the stunning orchid gifts are ideal for sending […]

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Christmas gifts from Genus Gardenwear

Perfect gifts for gardening lovers from Genus

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Spare green-fingered friends and family yet another novelty garden gnome or slogan mug and up the stakes this Christmas with something to put a genuine smile on their face. Created by gardeners for gardeners, Cotswolds-based Genus Gardenwear has been making quality clothing and accessories since 2013 and this year’s gift collection is no exception. With prices starting […]

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Arthur Jack & Co

Gardening PR client Arthur Jack & Co produces a range of stylish garden planters, window boxes and water butts. Crafted by artisan metal workers in Hertfordshire, its products are made from galvanised steel and are built to last.

Having scooped a nomination for RHS Chelsea Garden Product of the Year, the team at Arthur Jack wanted to raise its profile in the gardening and home media. It also wanted to promote its gorgeous products to new customers, designers and the gardening trade.

PR and social campaign

Emma Mason PR has been working with the Arthur Jack team to create an integrated PR and social media campaign. The company now has two social channels and has been talking to key journalists about its products. Press coverage includes The Guardian, Sunday Telegraph, Sunday Express, Homes & Gardens, Period Living, Period Homes & Interiors, Gardens Illustrated and The English Garden to name a few, as well as gardening bloggers. Arthur Jack’s following is growing on its Twitter and Instagram feeds, allowing it to engage directly with designers and customers. Give them a follow!

Galvanised steel planters from Arthur Jack & Co

Galvanised steel planters from Arthur Jack & Co

Arthur Jack & Co

Arthur Jack & Co

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Gardening PR client Arthur Jack & Co produces a range of stylish garden planters, window boxes and water butts. Crafted by artisan metal workers in Hertfordshire, its products are made from galvanised steel and are built to last. Having scooped a nomination for RHS Chelsea Garden Product of the Year, the team at Arthur Jack wanted to raise […]

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Charles Dowding’s No Dig Gardening – From Weeds to Vegetables Easily and Quickly

Charles Dowding’s No Dig Gardening – From Weeds to Vegetables Easily and Quickly

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Published end August 2020 – £22.50 – Hardback – 240 pages Available to order via www.charlesdowding.co.uk Nationwide distribution Organic pioneer Charles Dowding reveals how to create a successful ‘no dig’ garden, as well as the history of this time-saving and highly productive method of gardening, in his new book ‘Charles Dowding’s No Dig Gardening – From Weeds to Vegetables Easily and […]

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Exbury’s head gardener Thomas Clarke tending the flag irises which are in full bloom

Getting the flags out: 200-acre Exbury Gardens to reopen to the public on Saturday 30 May

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Iconic New Forest woodland garden to reopen with special measures in place to keep visitors safe Revamped Iris Garden putting on a show plus early summer floral ‘wow’ in herbaceous borders and Centenary Garden Lots of open space and room to roam with over 20 miles of pathways Online ticket booking only with a daily […]

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Wild Exbury: Nature-friendly focus for visitors at New Forest’s Exbury Gardens in 2020

Wild Exbury: Nature-friendly focus for visitors at New Forest’s Exbury Gardens in 2020

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New Dragonfly Pond learning zone & Dragonfly Halt steam railway stop Wild Exbury theme with nature-based activities for visitors New garden attractions include a Birch Walk & revamped Iris Garden Exbury Gardens in the New Forest will be encouraging visitors of all ages to learn more about the natural world this year with a programme of […]

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Lakeland Gold

New vegan-friendly peat-free compost mix from Dalefoot as company marks major UK peat bog restoration milestone

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From saving peatlands to #peatfree Dalefoot’s popular Lakeland Gold clay-buster compost now vegan-friendly Its peat-free composts stocked in 112 garden centres/nurseries across UK including NEW for spring 2020 six Blue Diamond stores Dalefoot’s environmental business restored over 32,700 hectares of damaged peat bog in 20 years  – over 1 million tonnes of carbon emissions stored […]

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Birds, bees, butterflies and brilliant wee beasties: wildlife and biodiversity in Scotland’s open gardens to be celebrated in 2020

Birds, bees, butterflies and brilliant wee beasties: wildlife and biodiversity in Scotland’s open gardens to be celebrated in 2020

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526 gardens to open their gates for charity across the country during the year 89 gardens opening for the first time At least 47 gardens opening for a May Garden Festival Weekend (23-25 May), 26 participating in Snowdrops & Winter Walks (Feb-March) and 17 in the Angus & Dundee Garden Trail during June 8 allotments, […]

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Rock Garden Restoration, Newby Hall, North Yorkshire UK

Rock on! New head gardener at Newby Hall to lead major five-year rock garden restoration project

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Phil Cormie appointed head gardener joining from the Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park Newby’s historic Edwardian rock garden to be completely renovated in five-year project Newby nr Ripon was recently crowned Historic Houses Garden of the Year Yorkshire’s famous horticultural landmark Newby Hall is set to get an extensive rock garden facelift, thanks to a […]

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Dave the Gardener takes a rest with "Yorkshireman on a Bench" by Jill Atley at Newby Hall

The nation’s favourite country house garden is…. Newby Hall crowned 2019 Historic Houses Garden of the Year

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First time the award, sponsored by Christies, has been decided by head-to-head online public vote Nearly a third of the votes cast were for Yorkshire’s Newby Hall Yorkshire’s Newby Hall is officially the nation’s favourite country house garden after scooping nearly a third of the votes in the first ever public online poll for the […]

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Uber-stylish lakeside holiday lodges open in rural Cambridgeshire

Uber-stylish lakeside holiday lodges open in rural Cambridgeshire

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-Luxury Norwegian Log cabins where you can relax in nature under the stars- A luxury lakeside leisure development, aimed at the booming staycation market, has opened near Gamlingay in south Cambridgeshire. Boasting three bespoke lodges built by Norwegian Log, Cambridgeshire Lakes promises a get-away-from-it-all location with 21st century comforts. With hot tubs with gorgeous countryside […]

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Ditch the plastic and go blooming retro says celebrity florist Jonathan Moseley

Ditch the plastic and go blooming retro says celebrity florist Jonathan Moseley

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Celebrity florist Jonathan Moseley to champion eco floristry tips at Harrogate Autumn Flower Show With growing concerns about single-use plastics, celebrity florist Jonathan Moseley will be showcasing his top floristry eco hacks at Harrogate Autumn Flower Show next week (13-15 September), ditching the floral foam, and embracing natural and retro alternatives. He will champion how […]

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Flamboyant 19th century-style Galician pleasure garden to entice at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival

Flamboyant 19th century-style Galician pleasure garden to entice at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival

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The Dream of the Indianos from the Spanish Tourist Office and Turismo de Galicia The rags to riches story of 19th century emigrants who travelled abroad to make their fortune and then return home to north west Spain to build lavish mansions and gardens, will be retold in an ambitious show garden at RHS Hampton […]

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Contemporary bee-friendly garden for designer’s debut at RHS Hampton

Contemporary bee-friendly garden for designer’s debut at RHS Hampton

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The Urban Pollinator Garden by Caitlin McLaughlin sponsored by Warner’s super-premium gin Lifestyle show garden will buzz with on-trend ideas for attracting bees and insects To be rehomed at Cransley Hospice in Northamptonshire after the show closes A young designer’s debut show garden at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival will be packed with stylishly […]

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Add show garden chic to your home – inside or out – with decorative modular wall panel from Stark & Greensmith

Add show garden chic to your home – inside or out – with decorative modular wall panel from Stark & Greensmith

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Launched at RHS Chelsea Flower Show & sold in support of horticulture welfare charity Perennial Unique rose design inspired by The Perennial Lifeline Garden at RHS Chelsea – featuring Stark & Greensmith panels – celebrating Sir Roy Strong’s The Laskett Gardens and Perennial’s 180th anniversary Easy-to-install style feature for the garden or home Give your […]

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peat free Wool Compost for Tomatoes

‘No need to feed’, peat-free Wool Compost for Tomatoes launched by Dalefoot Composts

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Sustainable peat-free compost made from sheep’s wool & bracken Easy to use – feeds tomatoes naturally and organically, no extra feed needed and 50% less watering Launched during British Tomato Fortnight 20 May – 3 June Made on a family farm in the Lake District and developed with 2019 RHS Master Grower Pennard Plants During […]

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Exbury Centenary Garden designed by Marie-Louise Agius

Exbury Gardens celebrating its centenary year opens a new ‘secret’ garden & announces plans for RHS Chelsea

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Hampshire’s Exbury Gardens is marking its centenary with the unveiling of a new ‘secret’ garden and plans for a showcase display at the world’s most famous flower show, RHS Chelsea. Created by Lionel de Rothschild in 1919, a passionate collector of plants and a keen supporter and sponsor of the early 20th century plant hunters, Exbury has […]

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Visit a Scottish open garden this year and get your nature fix whilst raising cash for charity

Visit a Scottish open garden this year and get your nature fix whilst raising cash for charity

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Over 500 private gardens to open their gates for charity across Scotland during 2019 Mental and physical health benefits of gardening being highlighted Community and therapeutic gardens; allotments; contemporary, traditional, grand, rural, coastal and cottage 64 gardens opening for the first time 256 local and national charities to benefit Number of garden openings by region […]

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Mark Lane

TV presenter Mark Lane in the spotlight on Celebrity Mastermind

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BBC Gardeners’ World presenter and Kent garden designer Mark Lane will be fielding tricky questions from John Humphrys when he appears on Celebrity Mastermind on BBC One on Friday 21 December at 8.30pm. Joining him on the pre-Christmas edition will be broadcaster Reverend Richard Coles, BBC Media Editor Amol Rajan and Celebrity Big Brother winner […]

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Swiss Farm owner outside new Norwegian Log reception building

New Scandi-style shop and reception proves a sales hit for holiday park

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An award-winning Oxfordshire touring and camping park has seen an increase in sales thanks to a new contemporary reception building from Reading-based Norwegian Log Buildings. Swiss Farm Touring & Camping Park in Henley-on-Thames now boasts a 21st century reception building and shop built from solid log, guaranteeing visitors a warm and efficient welcome. The site […]

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Contemporary garden screens with classic design twist from Stark & Greensmith and the RHS

Contemporary garden screens with classic design twist from Stark & Greensmith and the RHS

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Modern meets classic in your outdoor space! A range of contemporary screens for your garden boasting an elegant 17th century design has been launched in a new collaboration between Stark & Greensmith and the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). The Parterre range includes four laser-cut panels, which can add instant ‘show garden’ impact and privacy to […]

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Head gardener Mark Jackson gets a great view of the Newby borders

If Chippendale made garden chairs …. visitors get lofty new view of famous Yorkshire landmark

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Visitors to one of the UK’s most famous flower borders, at Newby Hall in Yorkshire, can sit back and get a new perspective on the floral landmark, thanks to a GIANT hand-crafted replica of a priceless Chippendale chair. Newby has one of the best Chippendale collections in the country and, to mark the 300th anniversary […]

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Rose McMonigall RHS Hampton

BBC TV cast members help designer officially open her RHS Hampton show garden ‘Rias de Galicia: A Garden at the End of the Earth’

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Designer Rose McMonigall was helped by members of BBC’s Pilgrimage: The Road to Santiago cast, Neil Morrissey, Raphael Rowe and Reverend Kate Bottley to officially open her silver medal-winning show garden at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show. Following the success of the recent BBC TV series, which saw a cast of seven including actor Morrissey, TV reporter Rowe and Radio 2/Gogglebox […]

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Garden at the End of the Earth by Rose McMonigall

Secluded beauty of the Galician coast to feature at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show

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Rías de Galicia: A Garden at the End of the Earth from the Spanish Tourist Office The breathtakingly beautiful Atlantic coast of north west Spain will be brought to life in a show garden collaboration between the Spanish Tourist Office, Turismo de Galicia and designer Rose McMonigall at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show (3-8 […]

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Sunny Smell fragrant moth orchid grown by Double H

The sweet scent – yes scent – of orchids!

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Fragrant ‘moth orchids’ new houseplant trend for 2018 Great news for orchid lovers. The most popular indoor plant in the UK is set to become even more of a ‘must have’ as three varieties of delicately scented moth orchid hit the high street for the first time. Until recently, Phalaenopsis orchids – pronounced Fal-en-op-sis and […]

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Orchid display in the Great Conservatory at RHS Chatsworth Flower Show - credit Ula Maria

Largest ever display of Britain’s favourite to wow at RHS Chatsworth

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Is the nation being gripped again by a passion for orchids like their Victorian counterparts? They are Britain’s favourite indoor plant with millions being sold every year. Victorians were obsessed with these beautiful blooms too and in a nod to their so-called ‘orchidelirium’, over 5,000 British-grown moth orchids will take centre stage at RHS Chatsworth […]

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Sue and Bleddyn Wynn-Jones

‘Visionary’ Edwardian plantswoman inspires modern-day plant hunters for RHS Chelsea

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Modern-day plant explorers Sue and Bleddyn Wynn-Jones from Crûg Farm Plants will be taking inspiration from the incredible Edwardian plantswoman Miss Ellen Willmott and her renowned Mediterranean garden for an exhibit at RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Ellen Willmott’s love for her garden at Villa Boccanegra on the Italian Riviera, and her passion for supporting plant […]

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Dalefoot Composts

Grow vibrant blooms using Dalefoot’s new peat free Bulb Compost with no need for extra feed!

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– Sustainable compost made from wild bracken that feeds bulbs for two years – A new peat free Bulb Compost, made from wild bracken harvested from the Lake District fells, has been launched by Dalefoot Composts. Dalefoot has developed this premium, carbon-neutral compost with award-winning lily growers HW Hyde & Son who have used it […]

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Top 10 New Year's Colour List

Pantone’s ultra violet driving demand for statement front doors in 2018

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New year, new hue! The dull weather may be dampening the nation’s spirits but not its front doors, according to leading composite door company Truedor.  Together with architect and property expert, George Clarke, ambassador for Truedor, it’s released its Top 10 New Year’s Colour List based on recent sales and, driven by Pantone’s ultra violet colour of the year, the […]

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The RHS Collection from Gold Leaf Gloves

The RHS Collection from Gold Leaf Gloves

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Beautiful leather gardening gloves with symbolic floral designs – remembrance, friendship, and hope & wisdom An award-winning range of gardening gloves, inspired by original botanical artwork from the world-famous RHS Lindley Library1, has been launched by Gold Leaf, makers of the World’s Finest Gardening Gloves. Perfect as a gift, or for your own use in the […]

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Scotland's Gardens

Royal visit to Ayrshire garden helping community to bloom

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THE DUKE and Duchess of Rothesay helped residents and school children from an ex-mining town in Ayrshire celebrate the grass roots success of their popular, local community garden, during a very special open day for charity Scotland’s Gardens Scheme. Their Royal Highnesses visited Netherthird Community Garden near Cumnock in East Ayrshire, meeting the volunteers, local […]

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The Pazo's Secret Garden RHS Hampton

Recreate your own Galician ‘pazo’ garden as seen at RHS Hampton

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The Spanish Tourist Office is showcasing the mystery and romance of Galicia’s ‘Pazo’ gardens at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show this July. Show garden designer, Rose McMonigall, shares her tips on recreating the look in your own garden. The historic Galician Pazos are magnificent palaces famous for their exquisite architecture and extensive gardens, where […]

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Brownfield Metamorphosis show garden by Martyn Wilson for RHS Hampton

Brutal beauty of Britain’s brownfield sites to be championed by RHS Hampton show garden

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‘Brownfield – Metamorphosis’ by designer Martyn Wilson, sponsored by St. Modwen A CONCEPTUAL garden at this year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show will highlight the surprising beauty of Britain’s brownfield, urban sites and the important role they have to play in creating the communities of tomorrow.  ‘Brownfield – Metamorphosis’ by designer Martyn Wilson will […]

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Front door colours Truedor

The front door colours trending this year

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(and we’re far from a grey nation) What colour should you choose for your front door?  From vivid and traditional, pared-down pastel to tailored shades expressing an inner craving for colour, getting it right can lift the front of your home, put a personal stamp on it and even make or break a sale.  Now […]

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Dalefoot Composts features on BBC Two Back to the Land

Dalefoot Composts features in ‘Back to the Land’ with Kate Humble on BBC Two

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AN ENTERPRISING Cumbrian family firm that makes peat free compost from sheep’s wool, and restores damaged peat bogs across the UK, has featured in a new BBC TV series championing rural entrepreneurs. Dalefoot Composts, based on a 120-acre family farm in the hills of the Lake District, was highlighted on ‘Back to the Land’ presented […]

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The Garden Photography Workshop © Andrea Jones

Work by leading garden photographer to feature in trio of new books

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– Programme of residential garden photography retreats also announced – Encouraging readers to observe and appreciate the full beauty of nature, plants and landscape is the common theme in three very different books this spring by leading garden photographer Andrea Jones. Andrea wrote and illustrated ‘The Garden Photography Workshop’, to be published by Timber Press […]

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Stark and Greensmith Aluminium Motif panel

Architectural metal panels for home, garden or terrace launched by Stark & Greensmith

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Hedgehog-friendly, perfect for privacy & instant impact  An award-winning range of architectural metal fence panels and garden screens is now on sale from Stark & Greensmith – ideal for homeowners wanting an instant contemporary design statement for their outdoor space. Made either from recycled steel or powder-coated aluminium, the long-lasting panels are laser cut with […]

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Opening for Scotland's Gardens in 2017, the garden at Carey (Abernethy Open Gardens)

Scotland’s ‘hidden’ historic horticultural gems to be celebrated by Scotland’s Gardens

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-500 gardens opening in total across Scotland during 2017 – THE IMPORTANT role gardens play in Scotland’s historic landscape will be highlighted in 2017 by the open garden charity Scotland’s Gardens. Of the 500 gardens throwing open their gates to the public during the year under the Scotland’s Gardens banner, over 80 have been recognised […]

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Want a modern home for farm or smallholding? New range launched by Norwegian Log Buildings

Want a modern home for farm or smallholding? New range launched by Norwegian Log Buildings

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A contemporary range of transportable, solid log homes is being launched by Norwegian Log Buildings – made in the UK and ideal for farm or smallholding. The new concept transportable homes have an on-trend, modern look with all the quality construction benefits of a solid log building. Designs include angled elevations and space saving internal walls […]

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Dalefoot Composts

The peat-free compost products made by Dalefoot Composts are ewe-nique. Sustainable composts made from sheep’s wool, comfrey and bracken produced on a family farm in the stunning Lake District. Packed with natural nutrients they feed plants right through the season and as the wool retains moisture, you can water up to 50% less. Genius!

Simon and Jane, who run the company, also help restore the UK’s protected peat bogs. Their environmental work, coupled with their compost making, gives the pair a unique 360° view of the peat (free) gardening debate and the importance of these precious landscapes.

Media and social

Emma Mason PR has been working with their team since 2007, telling the gardening, home and national media how good their compost products are and assisting them at garden and trade shows. Here’s just a taster of the reviews & press coverage achieved.

When the Dalefoot gang are busy making compost, saving peat bogs and farming sheep, we also help oversee the company’s social media channels. Follow them for news on their sustainable products, updates on peat-free gardening and their work restoring UK peat bogs.

peat free Dalefoot Compost Wool Compost for Seeds

Dalefoot Composts

Dalefoot Composts

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The peat-free compost products made by Dalefoot Composts are ewe-nique. Sustainable composts made from sheep’s wool, comfrey and bracken produced on a family farm in the stunning Lake District. Packed with natural nutrients they feed plants right through the season and as the wool retains moisture, you can water up to 50% less. Genius! Simon […]

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Tom Holman, Rebecca Adlington and Nick Forrester at Bethany School

New 25m indoor swimming pool at Kent boarding school opened by Olympian

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Double Olympic gold medallist Rebecca Adlington OBE has officially opened Norwegian Log Buildings and Fowler Swimming Pools’ latest joint project – a stunning 25m, six lane indoor heated pool at Bethany School in Kent. Britain’s most successful swimmer officially unveiled the new fully-tiled, deck level pool at co-educational Bethany School set in the Kent Weald […]

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Women’s health charity show garden to get a helping hand from Norwegian Log

Women’s health charity show garden to get a helping hand from Norwegian Log

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Norwegian Log Buildings will be helping a charity promote its vital health awareness work at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show next month. Landscape architect Emma Bannister is working with the charity National Association of Premenstrual Syndrome (NAPS) to build a show garden to raise awareness of the very common women’s health condition, Premenstrual Syndrome […]

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Dalefoot Composts peat free Wool Compost for Vegetables & Salads

“Grow your own” tasty veg with the peat free power of wool & bracken

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Home-grown healthy eating made easy with NEW peat free ‘Wool Compost for Vegetables & Salads’  A NEW peat free compost with power-packed nutrients, to help the UK’s growing flock of kitchen gardeners get the best results from cultivating their vegetables and salads, is being launched by Dalefoot Composts at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show. […]

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Window boxes launched by traditional garden planter company Arthur Jack & Co

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-Perfect for those wanting to maximise their outdoor flower power – A classic range of window boxes, made from high quality galvanised steel, is being launched by traditional Hertfordshire garden planter firm Arthur Jack & Co. Ideal for homeowners wanting to make the most of their outdoor garden space, no matter how limited, the window […]

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Save water in your summer garden by using sheep’s wool on your veg & blooms  

Save water in your summer garden by using sheep’s wool on your veg & blooms  

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– Sheep’s wool has natural water retention – Worried about parched patio pots, limp hanging baskets and sun-baked veggie beds? Dalefoot Composts’ Wool Compost is made from sheep’s wool and bracken and so an ideal summer solution for eco-conscious gardeners who want to water less. The peat free Wool Compost range ingeniously harnesses the natural […]

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Spring flower spectacle, 62 new gardens & 3 island trails for Scotland’s Gardens 2015

Spring flower spectacle, 62 new gardens & 3 island trails for Scotland’s Gardens 2015

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A northerly coastal plantsman’s retreat, impressive gardens at one of Scotland’s most famous castles, a bee-friendly horticultural haven and an enchanting glenside water garden are all opening for the first time to visitors in 2015 for the Scotland’s Gardens programme. They are joined by 58 other new gardens*, of all different shapes, sizes and horticultural interest, opening […]

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Marmalade 2014 win

Jar up your marmalade for 10th Marmalade Awards celebration

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Event celebrating 10 sticky years & ‘renaissance in marmalade making’ with new trends & ingredients  A QUIRKY British festival celebrating the glories of good marmalade will be marking its 10th anniversary year in 2015 – and the country’s preserves makers are being urged to jar up their marmalade to take part. Over the last decade, organisers […]

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Sue and Bleddyn

Plant hunters’ rare forest finds to feature at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

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Crûg Farm Plants – Grand Pavilion An intriguing glimpse into the mysterious world of modern-day plant hunting will be offered by Crûg Farm Plants at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, with an exhibit of rare and exotic specimens being shown in public for the first time. Unusually most of the plants, collected by Welsh […]

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World’s Best Marmalade Makers crowned

World’s Best Marmalade Makers crowned

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A retired micro-biologist from Brighton and an artisan preserves maker from a rural corner of the Czech Republic have been crowned the world’s best marmalade makers at this weekend’s World’s Original Marmalade Awards & Festival. Dr Yen-Chung Chong won Best in Show with his ‘Bloody Merry Marmalade’, a heady mixture of blood orange and vodka, to […]

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Andrew Chatto’s acclaimed gardening research papers published online

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Beth Chatto has undoubtedly been the most influential British gardener of the last half-century. It seems obvious now, but back in 1960 when she started her garden at Elmstead Market in Essex, the idea that garden plants thrive best in situations similar to their original natural environment was a novel one. Beth’s earliest books for […]

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