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Hampton Court Flower Show
Back in February I received an email: 'would any members of Flowers from the Farm be interested in putting on a display at RHS Hampton Court Flower Show?' and so, in the spirit of saying YES, off I...
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Power flowers: cleome
I had tried growing cleomes before, but when I saw them towering in the productive walled kitchen garden at Rousham last September it felt like a challenge. They are not entirely straight forward to...
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How to cheer up January
This week I have ordered some more dahlias. I cannot resist trying some new types so I ruthlessly got rid of a few - least favourite - in October to make way. That and looking through old photos, and...
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Self-sown seedlings
It is good to remember that many favourite plants are quite capable of growing themselves, although not necessarily where you might choose to sow them. In fact, the ammi majus are making their point by...
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The Beast has been tamed for another year
Two beasts, in fact: a pair of climbing 'Etoile de Hollande' roses growing either side of the garden door and arching over the top. It's a beautiful but brutish rose with deliciously scented,...
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Watching out for wildlife
Spending so much time outside means that we see a lot of wildlife. Every morning we walk past the pond on the way to the yard where the flowers are. It is a draw for all sorts of things – ducks and...
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The Netherlands in April
A couple of very sunny days in and around Amsterdam worshiping the tulip. From the Hortus Bulborum where ancient types are still preserved by a team of volunteers, to the futuristic looking flower...
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On decorating churches
There is something very special about decorating a church for a wedding. This year I have spent some happy and thoughtful hours in various churches, mostly in Suffolk. Sometimes busy with visitors,...
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A good year for zinnias
The zinnias have loved the hot dry weather we have had this August and September. They are half hardy annuals and dislike being transplanted so they are generally the last thing which I sow each...
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Digging up dahlias
This year the dry autumn has encouraged me to dig up my dahlia patch for some reorganisation and rejuvenation.Historically the advice was to dig up dahlias every year and to store the tubers in a...
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Christmas is coming
I have been gradually gathering everything together for some wreath making. Dried artichoke heads, teasels, hydrangeas and honesty have come out of the airing cupboard. Greenery of all description has...
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Garden and Woodland weddings
How romantic to hold your wedding ceremony outside! All you need is a lovely garden, village green or indeed a wood - and, ideally, a Plan B. Flowers in the garden need to be big, bold and robust to...
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