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Jun 5, 20173 min

June Gardener 2017

With climate change be prepared for very varying and warmer weather conditions in summertime in the UK. Do not be surprised by some...

Sep 1, 20162 min

September Gardener 2016

September is the month in the Northern hemisphere when glorious autumn colours develop, a reward for gardeners after months of hard work....

Jul 2, 20162 min

July Gardener 2016

Summer officially commenced on June 21st so let’s hope some decent weather does as well. It has been reasonably warm but with erratic...

Jun 2, 20163 min

June Gardener 2016

With climate change be prepared for very varying and warmer weather conditions in summertime in the UK. Do not be surprised by some...

Apr 1, 20162 min

April Gardener 2016

April is here – Easter is sadly behind us – what should we be doing in our gardens now? Make yourself a list by walking round the garden...

Oct 14, 20152 min

October Gardener 2015

The October gardener has to sadly contend with the closing of the season but must also be able to maintain a positive approach to the...

Sep 30, 20152 min

September Gardener 2015

We can enjoy September as weather-wise in the UK its usually very pleasant, sometimes known as an Indian Summer for some strange reason...

Jul 14, 20152 min

July Gardener 2015

July 15 gardener Summer officially commenced on June 21st and let’s hope some decent weather does as well! There are many jobs to do but...

Apr 21, 20153 min

April Gardener 2015

Tatworth and District Horticultural Society, South Somerset UK Special Talk by Rob Cotterill FCIHort M Hort (RHS). At the second open...

Sep 9, 20142 min

September Gardener 2014

September is the month when glorious autumn colours develop, a reward for gardeners after months of hard work. Foliage and colour can be...

Jul 2, 20141 min

July Gardener 2014

Summer’s here! Jobs to be done in July: Hotter conditions invite pests and diseases into the greenhouse. Ensure good ventilation and damp...