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cottage gardening
David Standing outlines the key to achieving a traditional and picturesque cottage garden.
David Standing
Nov 6, 20192 min read


heritage apples
Explore the varieties of English heritage apples with Chris Bird.
Chris Bird
Oct 1, 20192 min read


flower arranging
A summary of the demonstration given by Val Hockley, chairman of Fareham Flower Club.
Brian Patten
Sep 3, 20191 min read


haslar garden
Learn about the community garden project, Shore Leave Haslar, a safe space for tri-service veterans.
Chris Robson
Jun 4, 20192 min read


the lost gardens of heligan
A summary of Christine Bennett's talk on her experience at The Lost Gardens of Heligan, situated in Mevagissey, Cornwall.
Christine Bennett
Apr 30, 20192 min read


allotments
Tim Wood talks highlights the social and physical benefits of allotment gardening.
Tim Wood
Feb 6, 20193 min read


flowers from home and abroad
Carol Watson talks about her botanical experiences travelling in Greece, South Africa, Ecuador, Australia and Italy.
Carol Watson
Oct 2, 20182 min read


the gardens of japan
Hosta specialist John Baker describes his journey through the zen gardens and festivals of Japan.
John Baker
Aug 28, 20182 min read


the changing seasons at monet’s garden
Claude Monet (1840–1926) was a French artist and a leading member of the Impressionist group of painters.
Jennifer Carter
Jun 6, 20182 min read


a garden designer’s insights on plant choices
Tips and insights into garden colour and composition from garden designer Debbie Carroll.
Debbie Carroll
May 1, 20182 min read


plants for awkward areas in the garden
Roger Hirons, a keen plantsman from the age of two, gives advice on ensuring the long-term health of your plants.
Roger Hirons
Apr 3, 20182 min read


birds in the late autumn garden
RSPB volunteer Steve Oaks touches on roosting, territory, birdsong, diet and habitat due to climate change.
Steve Oakes
Nov 1, 20172 min read
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