Expert advice from Senior Seedsman, Peter Miller at Kings Seeds
Can you tell us about you, your role at King’s Seeds and your background? I followed my grandfather into the seed trade joining E.W Kings...
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Martin L
Jun 13, 20233 min read
Creating a sensory garden, David Austin Roses
David Austin have very kindly sent us this piece about ‘Creating a sensory garden’ with supporting imagery. This year, they anticipate...
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Martin L
Jun 13, 20234 min read
Interview with Millichope Park, Head Gardener, Egle Zinkute
We are delighted to have a guest interview and behind the scenes glimpse of Egle’s role managing the picturesque landscape garden and...
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Martin L
Jun 8, 20232 min read
Seasonal Tips from David Austin Roses
June/July – making the most of your blooms Deadheading When? Throughout the summer as required Why? Deadheading is the removal of...
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Martin L
Jun 7, 20232 min read
Interview with John Massey of Ashwood Nurseries
Earlier this month when Tettenhall Gardening Club’s editorial team visited Ashwood’s Nursery, we asked Tony Cartwright if he could write...
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Martin L
May 8, 20232 min read
Guest Interview with Florist Ruth Colley-Bishop
Could you tell us what prompted you to become a florist? I did a degree in ecology and modern languages at Plymouth university, after my...
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Martin L
May 7, 20232 min read
In praise of wild orchids
Orchids are amongst the rarest of our native wildflowers. There are over 50 different species of wild orchid in Britain. Read our article...
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Martin L
May 7, 20233 min read
What is a herb? Read our informative article plus tips on cultivation
What is a herb? To answer this question we need to consider the difference between herbs, botanicals and spices. Botanically, herbs can...
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Martin L
Apr 2, 20231 min read
Plant Hunters’ Fair at Sugnall Walled Gardens
We had a great day at the Plant Hunters' Fair held at Sugnall Walled Garden. Sugnall Walled Garden is a beautifully restored 18th century...
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Martin L
Apr 2, 20232 min read
Bluebell season is almost upon us
In praise of bluebells…. And like a skylit water stood Bluebells in the azure wood Bluebell season is almost upon us. Read our article on...
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Martin L
Mar 10, 20233 min read
Interview with Garden Organic's 'Master Composter' Louise Lomax
If you are fortunate enough to have a garden, one of the most useful activities you can carry out is to start composting your organic...
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Martin L
Mar 9, 20231 min read
Bird Nesting Box
100% recycled wood £8.50 each or 2 for £15.00 Limited stock availability ● Wood kindly donated by Wood Saints - Wolverhampton (check...
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Martin L
Mar 9, 20231 min read
Seasonal Tips from David Austin Roses
Feed Your Roses Feed roses in Late March/ Early April just before the leaves are fully open. Why? Feeding provides essential nutrients...
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Martin L
Mar 9, 20231 min read
Seasonal jobs for March
The Spring equinox on 20th March ushers in longer daylight hours and more opportunities for pottering in the garden. Digging continues...
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Martin L
Mar 8, 20233 min read
Interview: Robert Barlow, North Staffordshire Hostas
How did your interest in Hostas come about? I am an amateur gardener running North Staffordshire Hostas as a hobby to support our Plant...
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Martin L
Mar 8, 20231 min read
Trading Hut Product of the Month - Maxicrop Liquid Seaweed
We are happy to once again be stocking Liquid Seaweed fertiliser. Seaweed has been used since ancient times as a soil conditioner and...
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Martin L
Feb 27, 20231 min read
Spring Time - Polyanthus
These beautiful spring flowers are generally referred to as ‘Polyanthus’, which is thought to have originated from a hybrid between the...
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Martin L
Feb 5, 20231 min read
Shropshire Potato Day
The Shropshire Potato Day is an annual event run by Shropshire Organic Gardeners with Potatoes provided by Matthew Smith of Brighter...
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Martin L
Jan 27, 20231 min read
New Barns Nurseries - Angela Cockburn
Established in 1997, New Barns Nurseries is a small, family run business located in the Shropshire countryside near the beautiful market...
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Martin L
Jan 22, 20233 min read
Add more colour to your garden - Sarah Turnbull from The Potting Shed shares her tips
Finalists for Wolverhampton’s 2017 annual WIRE Awards and 'Best Dressed Shop or Outlet’. Tettenhall Gardening Club interviewed The...
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