Through 1st and 2nd of February, Gaelic nations traditionally celebrate the first day of spring. Originally thought to be a Pagan festival, Imbolc or Oimelc marks the start of the lambing season. It …
Dwarf Tomato Plant Trial
We trialed three varieties of dwarf tomato to see if people can grow these delicious fruits in a limited space. Varieties chosen were; Totem, Red Robin and Rotkappchen. All of these plants were grown …
What does gardening mean to you?
Gardening is a very reflective, mindful activity which links us back to nature. There is nothing quite like getting your hands in the dirt, growing something from seed and nurturing that plant for …
Access Our Talks Via Zoom
All of our Gardening for Health talks are available via Zoom, allowing us to present to groups anywhere in the world. Whilst this was driven primarily by the Covid 19 pandemic, many people prefer the …
Hydrangea paniculata Bobo
We think that plant breeders really have created a little marvel with this one and have just planted three of them in the Gardening for Health gardens. Designed for the smaller garden, this diminutive …
Slug Gone Wool Pellets
Being able to keep slugs and snails off our plants in a temperate climate whilst caring for wildlife and pets is probably at the forefront of most gardeners' thoughts. At a recent presentation to a …