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30th Dec 2011 - 13:05:36
The top three gardens to visit this winter
Tony Russell of The Telegraph has revealed his top three gardens to visit this winter. His choices include the Painshill Landscape Garden in Surrey, the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh and the Pinetum Park and Pine Lodge Gardens in Cornwall.28th Dec 2011 - 12:55:49
RHS encourages gardeners to attract wildlife
The Royal Horticultural Society is encouraging gardeners to aim to attract more wildlife to their garden in the New Year. The charity has outlined the importance of wildlife conservation, stating that many species are becoming endangered.26th Dec 2011 - 12:48:00
Carnivorous Plant declared new species
A plant that eats meat has been declared a new species seven years after its debut at the Chelsea Flower show. The plant, which is known as "The Queen of Hearts" and eats frogs and rats, has won several awards from the Royal Horticultural Society.21st Dec 2011 - 00:00:00
RHS raises £18m from the lease of Lawrence Hall and Conference Centre
The Royal Horticultural Society has raised £18m from the lease of its Lawrence Hall and Conference Centre and plans to set up a fundraising campaign to raise another £9m over the next five years.19th Dec 2011 - 13:03:47
Survey shows variation in allotment rents
A survey carried out by the University of Leicester has shown a variation in allotment rents across the UK. The survey showed that plot holders in Surrey are paying more than 50 times as much for their plot as plot holders in Derbyshire.16th Dec 2011 - 12:20:23
2011 in gardening
The Telegraph has provided a recap of top gardening news and events from 2011. Highlights in the world of gardening in 2011 include the Chelsea Flower Show and Kate Middleton's bouquet for the Royal Wedding.7th Dec 2011 - 12:56:20
National Gardening Week to include workshops and gardening advice
The Royal Horticultural Society's National Gardening Week will include a wide range of garden-related activities to help gardeners get involved, including workshops, tips and advice.6th Dec 2011 - 13:02:33
Sulphur dust will no longer be approved as a plant protection product
Starting from New Year's Eve 2011, gardeners will no longer be able to use sulphur dusts for plant protection. The dusts, which are known as "Flowers of Sulphur", will no longer be an approved plant protection product.6th Dec 2011 - 12:59:54
RHS reveals details of 2012 Chelsea Flower Show
The Royal Horticultural Society has revealed details of their 2012 Chelsea Flower Show. The charity provided snippets of information for their 11 show gardens for the popular event, which will include a selection of plants and landscape designs.5th Dec 2011 - 13:06:50
Warmer weather causes dahlias to bloom
The warmer weather has caused giant tree dahlias to flower, the Royal Horticultural Society reports. Many specimens of the plant have reached flowering size thanks to one of the UK's warmest autumns on record.2nd Dec 2011 - 13:09:47
Children to meet Santa in green space
Children out in force to meet Santa in green spaces all over Wales.1st Dec 2011 - 13:08:22
Wild conifers listed as one of world's most threatened species
An updated review of the list of the world's most threatened species has shown that wild conifers are under threat, with some species facing extinction. The Red List is an inventory of the conservation status of more than 60,000 species from all over the world and a review of the records showed that tropical plant species and wild relatives of wheat and sugar beet are also under threat.30th Nov 2011 - 12:18:51
Unseasonal weather is delaying gardening jobs
The recent unseasonal weather is delaying typical autumn gardening jobs, an expert has claimed.29th Nov 2011 - 12:49:30
National Garden Week to launch in spring
The Royal Horticultural Societys National Garden Week is set to launch in the spring.28th Nov 2011 - 12:37:16
Scotlands secret garden has been saved
The future of the coastal garden of Arduaine in Scotland has been secured.25th Nov 2011 - 12:58:28
Deer can be a right pest in the garden
People should look to take steps against deer entering their garden and ruining their flowers, according to an expert.24th Nov 2011 - 12:59:49
People must take steps to further green their gardens
People must try and take further steps to make their gardens greener.23rd Nov 2011 - 13:08:32
People warned to be vigilant against cowboy gardeners
People have been urged to remain vigilant against the potential threat of cowboy gardeners.22nd Nov 2011 - 12:39:26
Green roofs can aid wildlife
People could be advised to put a green roof over the top of their sheds or greenhouses in the garden because of the benefits to wildlife, it has been claimed.21st Nov 2011 - 12:46:36
Minister heaps praise on community gardeners
Environment minister praises youngsters in Wales for planting trees in their local community.18th Nov 2011 - 11:40:25
Planting completed at the Olympic Park
Planting around the Olympic Park has been completed in preparation for the Games next year.17th Nov 2011 - 12:29:51
Britain in Bloom changes lives
Communities taking part in the Royal Horticultural Societys Britain in Bloom have been radically transformed, it has been claimed.16th Nov 2011 - 12:39:54
Outdoor project keeps children away from trouble
Children in Wales are being kept out of trouble by an outdoor project in the region.15th Nov 2011 - 12:36:28
Growing onions from seeds can save money
People are being encouraged to grow onions using seeds rather than sets as it is cheaper.14th Nov 2011 - 12:49:36
Unseasonal bloom could prevent spring colour
The unseasonal bloom of some flowers could result in less colour than usual next year.11th Nov 2011 - 13:08:48
Sutton Council raises garden grabbing concerns
Greenhouse enthusiasts in Sutton are seeing the number of gardens in the region dwindle.10th Nov 2011 - 12:25:01
RHS encourages millions of children into gardening
The Royal Horticultural Society is encouraging millions of children to get into the garden.9th Nov 2011 - 12:09:50
Vegetable changeover should be happening now
People should be looking to change their summer vegetables with winter produce now, it has been claimed.8th Nov 2011 - 12:47:39
A colourful garden can keep people interested in the winter
Planting colourful plants in the garden can keep people interested in horticulture throughout the winter months, it has been claimed.7th Nov 2011 - 12:52:08
Constant patrols are best method for combating snails
Gardeners are being advised to remain vigilant in ensuring snails and slugs stay off their patches.4th Nov 2011 - 13:19:21
Gardeners should opt for colour this winter
Gardeners hoping to continue with their horticulture throughout the winter should opt for colour.3rd Nov 2011 - 12:40:03
Now is the perfect time to plant tulips
People hoping for a colourful bloom in March should plant tulips now, it has been claimed.2nd Nov 2011 - 12:10:37
Government encourages more people into the garden
The government is trying to encourage more people into the garden with the release of a new advice booklet.1st Nov 2011 - 12:22:05
Now is the time to plant bulbs, expert says
People hoping to cultivate a colourful garden next year should be looking plant their bulbs now, according to an expert.24th Oct 2011 - 12:09:24
Edinburgh botanic garden to open its doors to community
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is set to open its gates to community gardeners.20th Oct 2011 - 11:04:57
Its time to protect plants from the frost
Now is the time to begin protecting plants from the incoming frost, it has been claimed.19th Oct 2011 - 11:00:15
Outdoor project introduces disabled people to gardens
A new outdoor project introducing disabled people into green space takes its first participants.17th Oct 2011 - 12:17:13
Garden opened in tribute to surgeon
The Great Western Hospital has opened a new mother and baby garden in memory of their former surgeon.13th Oct 2011 - 11:43:35
Community garden set to bloom
A community garden in Bellsmyre, Dunbartonshire, is set to bloom after the project was given the go ahead by the council.12th Oct 2011 - 11:25:54
Construction begins at gardening research plant
The Royal Horticultural Society has begun construction on a gardening research plant.11th Oct 2011 - 11:33:58
Rapper Snoop gets growing tips from retired farmer
American rapper Snoop Dogg has met with retired farmer Ian Neale to discuss growing tips.6th Oct 2011 - 12:24:13
School children discover love of gardening
Three primary schools in Hull have become flagships for the Open Futures initiative.5th Oct 2011 - 12:21:18
Gardeners given opportunity to get creative
Gardeners are being given the opportunity to get creative at a series of gardening workshops next month.4th Oct 2011 - 12:23:47
Students celebrate RHS milestone
Students in Dorset are celebrating reaching the latest milestone in the Royal Horticultural Societys Campaign for School Gardening.27th Jul 2011 - 09:39:52
Gardening can help alter attitudes
An expert has claimed that taking up gardening can help people change their outlook on life.13th Jul 2011 - 15:03:19
Rolling Stone admits love for gardening
Former Rolling Stones star Ronnie Wood has admitted his new passion for gardening.26th May 2011 - 16:44:52
Working with plants in a garden great for health and wellbeing
Tending to a garden can bring a variety of health benefits, an expert has said.4th Apr 2011 - 16:27:33
British flowers compare well to imports
One specialist has revealed Britain produces great flowers, just not enough of them.21st Feb 2011 - 16:07:45
Vegetable growing has many benefits
One specialist has said ditching the lawn in favour of vegetables is a great idea.14th Oct 2009 - 18:08:10
RHS Photographic Competition deadline approaching
Garden and greenhouse fans hoping to enter the RHS Photographic Competition have until the end of this month to do so.27th May 2009 - 13:01:55
Cumbria prepares to celebrate garden festival
Gardeners in Cumbria will likely flock to this weekends Holker Garden Festival.27th Jun 2008 - 17:09:55
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