Gardens
Hertfordshire goes wild for first National Gardening Week
April 13th 2012
Over 180 square metres of wildflower meadow will be sown in Hertfordshire this weekend (14-15 April), to mark the launch of the UK’s biggest environmental campaign, RHS Britain in Bloom 2012
Nature to nurture in Epping Green
April 3rd 2012
An organic and naturalist approach to gardening has led to an atmospheric garden at Michaels Folly at Epping Green, Little Berkhamsted as Philippa Pearson discovers...
Hatfield House gardens - The big tidy up
February 29th 2012
When the gates close at the end of the season at the 42 acres of garden at Hatfield House, what happens during the months between until they open again? Philippa Pearson goes behind the scenes and finds out...
Spring snowdrops and British Iris Show at Myddelton House Gardens
February 13th 2012
Green fingered enthusiasts can enjoy a double day of flower power on February 18 with a snowdrop and early spring walk as well as a special viewing of the best of the early Irises at the beautifully restored Myddelton House Gardens in Enfield.
Snowdrop wonderland
February 2nd 2012
Every February, thousands of people flock to see the snowdrop display at Benington Lordship near Stevenage. Philippa Pearson discovers the charms of snowdrops in this delightful garden...
A garden of Joy in Stevenage
January 31st 2012
Manny Lewis pays special tribute to sister Joy’s beautiful Stevenage garden
Hertfordshire gardens: Winter beauties
January 6th 2012
Colour and interest in the garden are not confined to the warmer months of the year. Philippa Pearson looks at how flowers, foliage, coloured stems and bark can brighten dark winter days...
Perfect gifts for gardeners
December 6th 2011
Searching for an original and interesting Christmas present for a gardener? Philippa Pearson has some tempting suggestions for gardening gifts...
Who needs Gardeners’ World?
December 1st 2011
The English Garden magazine has dipped its muddy gardening boot into the world of professional film
Gardening: Autumn enchantment
November 11th 2011
The Brocket Hall estate, originally dating back to the 18th century, is a picture of autumn colour in November as foliage turns on the trees, as Philippa Pearson discovers...
Gardening: Apple turnover
October 20th 2011
The legacy of fruit king Thomas Rivers lives on at the site of his once grand orchard in Sawbridgeworth as Philippa Pearson discovers one autumn afternoon...
Create homes for wildlife in your garden with ‘Jordans 10% Challenge’
October 19th 2011
One of Britain’s best-known cereal companies, Jordans Cereals, is issuing a challenge to Britain’s gardeners to follow the example set by farmers that grow Jordans cereals and make at least 10% of their gardens into homes for wildlife...
Gardening - Act of enclosure
September 28th 2011
A tiny garden in Hemel Hempstead is positively brimming with plants and ideas. Philippa Pearson is enchanted and inspired as she explores the garden...
World’s first living billboard made entirely of British flowers
August 26th 2011
Shoppers in London were treated to quite a sight today, as a billboard made entirely of living flowers was revealed outside the Westfield Shopping Centre...
Gardening: Big ideas for a small garden
August 18th 2011
A tiny garden in Bengeo, Hertford, is crammed with beautiful plants and secret corners. Philippa Pearson meets the plant-loving owner and enjoys the gorgeous garden...
Hedge your bets: Hedge laying
July 14th 2011
Creating hedges may sound like an easy task but is in fact one that requires a great amount of skill. Cath Harris meets champion hedgelayer Donato Cinicolo...
Gardening: Show stoppers
July 12th 2011
With the summer gardening show season in full swing, Philippa Pearson looks at the trends in garden design and planting ideas to try in your own horticultural haven...
A garden for all seasons
June 14th 2011
A windy exposed garden at Standon has been lovingly created into a mixture of formal and informal areas. Philippa Pearson enjoys a tour around Bromley Hall garden...
Christine's Garden
May 25th 2011
The One Show’s Christine Walkden is one of the country’s favourite gardening experts. Pat Parker talks to her about her new book, her passion for plants and her support for a local cancer charity...
Hertfordshire blooms at Chelsea
May 23rd 2011
The world’s most famous flower show is a celebration of the highest quality horticulture and is a feast for your imagination, bursting with inspiration for you to take home...
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