Perennials and Gardening,  Alpines and Pots, Design Elements to Embrace

Julia's talk will focus on her own own story of moving from an inexperienced novice non-gardener to ever learning, enthusiastic gardener and the wildly positive and unexpected ways it has impacted her life. 

Perennials - Robyn uses the huge personalities of these plants in her tiny, pocket site surrounding her worker’s cottage. Robyn has been taught by Piet Oudolf. She came home and made changes to her garden.

Shirley Russ & Patricia Proctor are Canterbury Floral Designers. They will show you a host of simple yet stunning design ideas such that you can have a spectacular floral display for every week of the year.

An Architetural Landscaper and leader of Italian garden tours, Robert is an engaging and experienced Designer. 100 free tickets to Broadields Garden will be given away at Robert’s talk.

Do you have a gardening query, do you need advice? Come & talk to Michael, our gardening guru, who has had 50 years in this sector. Bring a sample or photo of a problem to help Michael identify the problem.

Simplicity is the key to these new slim quick-to-produce troughs. Some troughs will be for sale and some with their first coat done so that the finished product is an hour away. Lightweight and moveable.

Use bulbs inventively in your garden.  A brief look at bulbs and what they need to thrive as putting them in the right place is the key. . Ever wanted a drift of snowdrops, or masses of trilliums under your woodland shrubs? Here is how to get them in quantity.

Using a few plants bought from the show a trough will be planted up using homemade rocks and a light mix. Tips and tricks for ensuring success.

Masa specializes in pruning trees into traditional Japanese shapes; bonsai, designing and creating personalized gardens. Learn how to craft your own living heirlooms, or maintain those you have purchased.

Who doesn’t like adding good aesthetics to their space? Grafted cactus is a cute yet low-maintenance plant that is perfect to give your garden a much-needed lift. You can graft a cactus even if you are a beginner.

An informal talk about various rhododendrons, their use, styling,s, what to plant with them and how to care for them.  Lisa will gladly answer your questions.

Growing food.  Floral bounty for your home. Rekindle wreath making. Secret gardens.  Learning and sharing in Gardens. Tool sharpening. Crevice garden building and more...