I have been growing much of my family's food for more than 35 years. I have spent countless hours preparing the ground, planting seeds, weeding, and harvesting. Until Labor Day Weekend 2025, however, I had never put a chair in my garden and simply observed. What a revelation. In addition to vegetables, I intersperse flowers in my garden. This year, there are poppies, cosmos, and sunflowers.
meet fascinating individuals who share a common interest expand your knowledge of dahlias by working with seasoned growers and hybridizers hear from talented and skilled speakers at our monthly meetings participate at all levels of our society from committees to our demonstration garden work days show your very own dahlias at annual flower shows Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
Growing tomatoes from seeds can be rewarding, but inexperienced gardeners should research proper techniques for a successful yield. Exposure to wind during seedling growth is critical.
It took an audit of my spending last summer to get myself in check. During that time, I also decided to grow tomatoes in the garden of my shared flat. I was a novice gardener, but soon I became obsessed with caring for these plants. It was as if a switch had been flicked in my mind as if it had taken the idea of growing my own food to truly understand the value and timescale of food production.
"It's incredibly exciting to bring together new contemporary work with a rich archive that spans over a century. This exhibition celebrates not just the beauty of London's station gardens, but the communities and individuals who care for them. Through photography, film and conversation, we're spotlighting the creativity, resilience and joy that flourish in these unexpected green spaces."
Using a spray bottle, mix together a solution of water, a few tablespoons of washing up liquid and a few drops of an essential oil such as peppermint, lavender or clove oil. Lightly spritz this across your garden, focusing on any established wasp nests or places you've seen them frequently.
Alan Dallman's garden at Wood Vale, open for over 30 years, showcased a range of features including lawns, a fish pond, hanging baskets, and various flowers and shrubs. His passion for gardening began at five, influencing his lifelong dedication and achievements in horticulture.
