Gardens
A beautiful garden in Crawley
January 12th 2012
Leigh Clapp enjoys the crocus carpet at Little Court garden in Crawley, one of the first gardens to open to the public this season
Who needs Gardeners’ World?
December 1st 2011
The English Garden magazine has dipped its muddy gardening boot into the world of professional film
Create homes for wildlife in your garden with ‘Jordans 10% Challenge’
October 19th 2011
One of Britain’s best-known cereal companies, Jordans Cereals, is issuing a challenge to Britain’s gardeners to follow the example set by farmers that grow Jordans cereals and make at least 10% of their gardens into homes for wildlife...
World’s first living billboard made entirely of British flowers
August 26th 2011
Shoppers in London were treated to quite a sight today, as a billboard made entirely of living flowers was revealed outside the Westfield Shopping Centre...
August Gardening - 'Charm', a look at Hill House Garden in Old Alresford
July 13th 2011
A traditional ethos makes for a lovely relaxed garden at Hill House in Old Alresford...
Get to know Manor Farm, Bursledon
July 7th 2011
Natalie French spends a delightful afternoon enjoying a slice of Victorian life at Manor Farm...
Floral fiesta - Gardens in Hampshire
June 17th 2011
Abundantly planted with exuberant colour, Michaelmas in Fareham is a summery garden not to be missed
In the garden - So much is happening in the garden this may . . .
April 30th 2011
So much is happening in the garden in May. The time when colourful combinations of vibrant blooms and heavenly hawthorns come alive....
Gardens in the air - local pub garden inspiration
April 15th 2011
May is the ideal time to plant hanging baskets and containers for summer displays but who would think the best place for inspiration may well be your local pub?
spring gardens in Old Thatch, Winchfield
March 17th 2011
Jill Ede shows off the pretty spring gardens at her home in Old Thatch, Winchfield
Blossom on the bough - Hampshire gardens
February 16th 2011
Leigh Clapp visits Flintstones in Durley, a tranquil garden of spring blooms and blended foliage combinations, created by the owners from a totally blank canvas
10 Money Saving tips for gardening
February 1st 2011
With the economic climate still a challenge, here are 10 budget ideas to keep your garden blooming through 2011
Structure and form - Hampshire Gardens
January 11th 2011
Leigh Clapp meets garden designer, Lisa Potter, and learns more about her designs that give year-round structure and interest
Hampshire Garden garlands
November 19th 2010
Pick your Christmas decorations fresh from the garden this year, from rustic wreathes to berry baubles
Sensational salvias - gardening
October 28th 2010
Lynsey and John Pink’s interest in salvias has led to them holding a National Collection of these late season jewels in their garden at 2 Hillside Cottages in North Boarhunt
Artistic haven - Gardening
July 2nd 2010
Leigh Clapp visits a serene oasis that reflects the owner’s passion for antiques and collectables… along with a hint of the Orient
Buying locally and using seasonal home grown flowers
July 2nd 2010
We’re all aware of the benefits of buying locally and using seasonal home grown food, but what about cut flowers? Leigh Clapp finds out more
Darling buds of May - Hampshire
May 17th 2010
Leigh Clapp visits a plant lover’s garden, 6 Breamore Close in Eastleigh, and falls under its spell
Gardening: visit West Green House
April 15th 2010
Leigh Clapp experiences the masterful plantings of tulips and other spring blooms at West Green House, near Hartley Witney
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