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An Ode to Chelsea Flower Show

07 May 2020 By Nelly Hall

May the 1st was supposed to be our first day on site at what would have been our 60th appearance at RHS Chelsea Flower Show . As we all know, the date has come and gone, and this year there will be a gaping hole in the calendars of many where this...More >

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Tags: chelsea flower show, greenhouses, events

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HOW LIFE HAS CHANGED FOR US AT ALITEX

30 April 2020 By Kitty Yarrow

We’re sure like us, you’ve had a few disruptions to your day-to-day activities and plans have been put on hold; whilst this is an uncertain time for us all we wanted to let you know that we are working hard at Alitex to ensure we can still deliver...More >

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Tags: greenhouse, Stay Safe, Site Visit, alitex greenhouses

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Sustainable Methods to Use Right Now

27 April 2020 By Kitty Yarrow

With our current unique situation throughout the world, and restrictions on our movements for only essential trips out, our much-loved visits to the garden centre and DIY shops have been put on hold. The focus on sustainability and being self-...More >

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Tags: growing, Stay Safe, Growing at Home

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Supporting Local Businesses

24 April 2020 By Kitty Yarrow

Now more than ever we are turning to or gardens for enjoyment and escape from far too much time indoors. With the impressive and slightly bizarre warm weather we've been lucky enough to have over the past few weeks, it really is time to get out in...More >

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Tags: Support local, local business, greenhouse growing

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Sowing for Beginners - Julia's Top Tips

10 March 2020 By Kitty Yarrow

Whether you are an enthusiastic grower who needs a bit of inspiration and direction on what to grow, or you are a complete novice when it comes to sowing seeds - Julia Parker of Parker's Patch hosts growing workshops for varying abilities at her...More >

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Tags: greenhouse growing, Sowing in the Greenhouse, Gardening top tips

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Interior Inspiration for your Greenhouse

17 January 2020 By Kitty Yarrow

It’s a new year and if you’re at the beginning of your greenhouse journey it can feel a little daunting when it comes to the internal layout. Whilst every detail of your greenhouse is completely dependent on your growing needs, we have taken...More >

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Tags: greenhouse, Greenhouse layout, Interior Inspiration

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Alitex Highlights of 2019

18 December 2019 By Kitty Yarrow

Here at Torberry Farm the Christmas trees and fairy lights are up and we are winding down to the festive break. We always like to recap what exciting events we attended and hosted in the year as we look toward 2020. dive into equestrian This year we...More >

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Tags: alitex events, Greenhouse Events, greenhouses

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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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Alitex Sponsors an Award at The Presentation of Kew Diplomas

17 September 2019 By Tash Ellens

Photo Credit: RBG Kew Since the early 2000s our relationship began with the world renowned Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew has continued to blossom. In 2012 our official partnership and endorsement was formed and Alitex began sponsoring the annual Kew...More >

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Tags: kew diploma, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Partnerships

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A Garden Design Course at West Dean College with Annie Guilfoyle

12 June 2019 By Tash Ellens

West Dean College is set within the impressive West Dean Estate and is surrounded by the beautifully restored gardens. It provides an inspirational and creative place to study. We attended Annie Guilfoyle’s Garden Design class on Sunday 9 June. The...More >

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Tags: West Dean College, Garden Design Course, Annie Guilfoyle, Garden Masterclasses

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