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The great ‘Seeds for Bees’ giveaway: thousands of seed packets to be given away
With bee populations on the decline it has never been more important for us – as a nation – to come together to help our bee friends survive With bee populations on the decline it has never been more important…
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ANTONY WOODLAND GARDEN REOPENS FOR 2017
One of Cornwall’s most beautiful gardens, Antony Woodland Garden, reopens to the public on 1st March. Renowned as a haven of peace and tranquillity, the gardens are just a short ferry ride away from the hustle and bustle of Plymouth.…
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Snowdrop Festival at Pinetum Park
The humble snowdrop also has some fascinating properties, such as improving sleep and treating those with Alzheimer’s disease. Galanthophiles and ‘Snowdrop Fanciers’ will love a visit to Pinetum Gardens to discover around 60 different types of Snowdrop, a winter flower…
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RHS seeks top school gardeners
Royal Horticultural Society is calling on Britain’s schools to enter the search to find the best of the next generation of horticulturists. With awards in three categories, the annual RHS School Gardeners of the Year celebrates green-fingered pupils, passionate school…
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National Trust launches £250k fundraising campaign to fix ‘broken’ paths in Snowdonia
The National Trust’s appeal is being supported by Hollywood actor Matthew Rhys. A quarter of a million pounds is urgently needed to repair ‘broken’ paths and restore wildlife habitats in Snowdonia, the National Trust has said. The conservation charity, which…
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LET’S ALL GO A WASSAILING
During the 1800’s, apples represented the Island’s largest export with up to a quarter of agricultural land in the Island given over to orchards. As cider started to wane in popularity and other beverages became available, the amount of apples…
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Discover the National Trust’s top gardens for spring
As the days get longer and winter starts to fade, spring arrives in fresh bursts of colour and new life. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lists/our-best-spring-gardens From the carpets of delicate spring bulbs at Greenway in Devon to the clouds of orchard blossom at Sizergh…
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DALEMAIN MARMALADE AWARDS
January is a special time for marmalade makers, as it marks the height of the Seville orange’s winter season. DALEMAIN MARMALADE AWARDS CALL FOR ENTRIES AS THE SEVILLE COMES INTO SEASON January is a special time for marmalade makers, as…
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2016 Kitchen Garden Magazine Index
Kitchen Garden Index: January 2016 – December 2016 A Asparagus: Mar 20-22, Apples: Sep 58-60, Autumn: Nov 48-49, B Bamboo: Dec 49-52, Bartai, Gaby: The future For Food Jan 52-55, Herbal Haven Apr 28-34, Beans: Jun 42-44, Broad Beans Oct…
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Hutton Criteria replace Smith Period for blight alerts
For the past 60 years, a ‘Smith Period’ has been the determiner of high risk of potato blight – but last month new criteria were revealed which aim to improve the accuracy of late blight warnings. Arising from research at…
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New London garden book
London is home to over three million gardens, from pocket handkerchief front yards to large historic sites. Metropolitan gardening has a character all of its own: allotments and community gardens allow gardenless urbanites to grow their own food, guerrilla gardeners…
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Kids want to see real wildlife
A new poll, conducted just after the release of the John Lewis Christmas advert #BusterTheBoxer, reveals that an overwhelming majority of children aged 8 to 15 feel happy being outdoors, seeing wildlife and visiting wild places. However, it also discovered…
