Category Archives for Spring
Iris
– auf Deutsch lesen – Although the Narcissus are still flowering, and the tulip season is only just coming into full swing, I did spot the first bearded irises flowering already. They are not the first to flower though. The … Continue reading
What to do and look out for in the garden in May
– auf Deutsch lesen – These weeks are my absolute favourite time of year. During this cold, slow spring. each plant group has its moment of glory, making way for the next as it fades. I always think of it … Continue reading
Regal Crown Imperials
– auf Deutsch lesen – No spring flower is more impressive than the Crown Imperial: Fritillaria imperialis. Long a feature in oriental gardens, they have been a focal point in western European spring gardens since the 16th century when it … Continue reading
Daffodils for Easter and other bulbs!
– auf Deutsch lesen – These really are the most exciting weeks of the year. Every day I am greeted by new encounters in the garden. These spring delights happen overnight. Where a few days ago there was just bare … Continue reading
What to do in the Garden over Easter
– auf Deutsch lesen – At long last the weather is picking up and we are starting to enjoy proper spring weather. I hope the frosty nights of the past weeks are gone. It takes a lot of time every … Continue reading
Choosing flowers, fruit and vegetable that are in season
– auf Deutsch lesen – Last weekend a customer asked if we had Shasta daisies. I took her to the table where the white perennials are displayed and showed the two varieties we have currently on offer: the slightly shorter … Continue reading
Growing from seed
Breaking news – we have opened again since today! Preliminary opening times are: Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (also today, March 7th!) Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. – auf Deutsch lesen – At long last … Continue reading
