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Secret Gardens of the UK

09 December 2019 By Victoria Burnell

In the UK, we are lucky to have hundreds of beautiful estates and gardens to enjoy. Many of them are very well known, with tourists and locals both frequently flocking to the sites to enjoy them. However, we also have many gardens that have not...More >
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Tags: Secret Gardens, Gardens in the UK
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Christmas Gift Guide

The Perfect Gardener's Gift Guide to Christmas

25 November 2019 By Kitty Yarrow

It's almost Christmas. Let's face it you've run out of ideas of innovative and exciting presents and you're online looking at novelty socks just to fill up those Christmas stockings. We have compiled a list of gifts from the gardening world; things...More >
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Tags: Christmas Gift Guide, gardening gifts, Gardeners
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History of Gardens

The History Of Gardens

15 November 2019 By Victoria Burnell

Gardens Through Time Gardens have been a central part of life in Britain since the time of the Roman Empire, and their role in our lives has changed as society evolves. There has been distinct themes when it comes to gardens within each time period...More >
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Tags: History of Gardens, Historic Gardens, greenhouses
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Eco-gardening with Arundel Castle

Sustainable Eco-Gardening

01 November 2019 By Tash Ellens

Our friends at Arundel Castle are great ambassadors for gardening ecologically. They’ve helped us gather some of the best advice about how you can nurture your soil and protect your plants with a sustainable outlook. There is a lot more to...More >
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Tags: Growing advice, Sustainable Gardening, Arundel Castle
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Living Wreath Workshop

Living Wreath Workshop

22 October 2019 By Kitty Yarrow

Alitex is thrilled to be hosting its first ever Living Wreath Workshop at Torberry Farm on Tuesday 19 November. Wreaths aren’t just for Christmas and these come with a particular twist on the festive classic. This workshop will focus on using...More >
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Tags: Living Wreath Workshop, Succulents, Christmas Wreath, How to Make a Wreath
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Autumn Squashes - Risotto Recipe

Autumn Recipes from the Garden

15 October 2019 By Victoria Burnell

It’s that time of year again when the days are drawing in and these cold, dark and often wet evenings call for one thing, a good comforting autumn meal with your family and friends. What’s more, the seasonal produce at this time of year make the...More >
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Tags: Autumn Recipes, Roasted squash, risotto
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Small Greenhouse - National Trust Hidcote

Utilising the Space in a Small Greenhouse

24 September 2019 By Victoria Burnell

If you are looking for a greenhouse but have concerns about limited space we have a number of structures suitable in our National Trust Collection . Measuring from 8x10 foot, you can choose from our Hidcote and Scotney greenhouses or contact us...More >
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Tags: Small greenhouses, Growing environment, Hidcote, Scotney
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