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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...
Martin L
Jul 3, 20232 min read
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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...
Martin L
Jun 13, 20233 min read
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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...
Martin L
Jun 13, 20234 min read
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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...
Martin L
Jun 8, 20232 min read
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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...
Martin L
Jun 7, 20232 min read
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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...
Martin L
May 8, 20232 min read
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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...
Martin L
May 7, 20232 min read
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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...
Martin L
May 7, 20233 min read
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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...
Martin L
Apr 2, 20231 min read
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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...
Martin L
Apr 2, 20232 min read
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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...
Martin L
Mar 10, 20233 min read
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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...
Martin L
Mar 9, 20231 min read
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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...
Martin L
Mar 9, 20231 min read
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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...
Martin L
Mar 9, 20231 min read
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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...
Martin L
Mar 8, 20233 min read
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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...
Martin L
Mar 8, 20231 min read
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Spring Time - Polyanthus
These beautiful spring flowers are generally referred to as ‘Polyanthus’, which is thought to have originated from a hybrid between the...
Martin L
Feb 27, 20231 min read
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Shropshire Potato Day
The Shropshire Potato Day is an annual event run by Shropshire Organic Gardeners with Potatoes provided by Matthew Smith of Brighter...
Martin L
Feb 5, 20231 min read
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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...
Martin L
Jan 27, 20231 min read
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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...
Martin L
Jan 22, 20233 min read
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