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Bat’s the way to pollinate
Our nocturnal friends pollinate the jade vine in the rainforest. But in Cornwall, people take over the task with paintbrushes… The coming of spring at the Eden Project in Cornwall has been marked by the bursting into bloom of a…
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20,000 knitted hearts destined for Malvern show garden this spring
Knitters worldwide have answered a Gloucestershire widow’s call to craft hearts for a special knitted garden in memory of her husband Clare Young, 50, from Gloucester, has been overwhelmed by the huge response to her ambitious plan to create the…
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What’s in a name?
This man is one of numerous RHS staff whose name is linked to nature or horticulture! Find out more in Subs Club, for KG subscribers only… Born to the job! Matthew Pottage, Wisley curator. Picture: RHS/Richard Dawson The RHS has…
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It’s okay to drone on…
Find out why in the latest collection of unusual tales for Subs Club members only! Counting on drones With apologies to citizen scientists: a University of Adelaide study has shown that when it comes to wildlife counts, technology can sometimes…
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Lest we forget…
Kent County Show to host ‘Every One Remembered’ sculpture and knitted poppy display for First World War memorial The Kent County Agricultural Society is delighted to announce that the iconic ‘Every One Remembered’ sculpture commissioned by The Royal British Legion…
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Teen art sensation to have a brush with RHS Chelsea Flower Show
‘Mini Monet’ Kieron is commissioned for limited-edition show paintings Fifteen-year-old art prodigy Kieron Williamson from Norfolk is one of the world’s most sought-after professional young artists with a global waiting list of art enthusiasts who eagerly look forward to his…
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Pucker Up For Salvia ‘Pink Lips’
Growing The British Way In 2018 Hawkesmill Nurseries, the family run business based in Warwickshire, grow an abundance of over 3.5 million plants throughout the year. The team are proud to announce that they have a brand new Salvia which…
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Campaigners aim to save M5 Willow Man
Cherished landmark needs a complete rebuild to survive A campaign is being launched to secure the future of the iconic M5 Willow Man who strides alongside the motorway near junction 23 at Bridgwater. Created by artist Serena de la Hey…
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Reap the rewards of getting children into gardening
Gardening is the perfect way for children to learn new skills, have fun and to be creative, whatever their age. Studies have shown that children are more likely to perform better at school, develop healthier eating habits and an interest…
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Improve your lawn with Hedges…
… David Hedges-Gower, that is! You can learn how to improve your lawn thanks to a one-day course hosted by David Hedges-Gower at Hadlow College, Hadlow, Tonbridge, Kent in May. The Lawn School course includes tea and coffee on arrival,…
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Bee a winner!
Hozelock have a bee in their bonnet about helping Britain’s bees! With the help of Bizzi, their friendly mascot, Hozelock are running a campaign to encourage you to plant bee-friendly plants to help save Britain’s bees. Honey bees are disappearing…
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Ten reasons why gardening is good for your health
From improving our immune system to encouraging us to live in the moment, everyday gardening tasks can have a surprisingly positive impact. The team behind garden retailer GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk have compiled a list of 10 reasons why more people should take…
