Posts Tagged ‘woodgate nursery’
Job Vacancy – Purdy’s Tea Room – Tea Room Assistant (with baking skills)
Jazz Afternoon Sunday 14th August
Jazz Afternoon Sunday 14th August Our popular free Jazz Afternoon is back on the 14th August, join us from 1pm to 4pm – why not come to Purdy’s before hand for lunch? Featuring the Dixiemix Jazz Band, who will be playing a lively set all afternoon on the terrace outside Purdy’s Tea Room. We will have plenty of…
Read MoreGarden Show – 18 & 19th June 2016
Woodgate Nursery Garden show Woodgate Nursery, Aylsham is delighted to announce its popular annual Garden Show is back this June in aid of the Liz Jones Memorial Trust which supports young children around the Aylsham area through various projects. Free to attend, the Garden Show will take place on June 18th and 19th between 10am – 4.30pm…
Read MorePlant of the month: Ground Elder
Plant of the month: Ground Elder As you may know, we have a Roman archaeological site at Woodgate, the excavation of which begins this summer. These ancient invaders, of course, gave Britain many wonderful things: central heating, sewage systems, and half our language. But they also gave us ground elder, a particular gift that I’m…
Read MoreMarch plant of the month – Evergreen Ferns
Plant of the month Evergreen Ferns Walking the Norfolk byways at this time of the year, the hedge-bases are green with the herringbone fronds of common polypody fern. I’m an unashamed devotee of ferns of all kinds, and the polypody reminds me just what a diverse and useful group of the plants they are. While…
Read MoreFebruary – Spring is in Sight
February – Spring is in Sight This month there are signs of the approaching spring, with bulbs appearing and wildlife waking up as light levels and temperatures increase. There’s plenty to do indoors this month to prepare for the season ahead. Outdoors, as the garden comes to life again, it’s time to prune shrubs and…
Read MoreRHS jobs to do in January
January: The coldest month In January, your garden could need protecting from frosts, gale-force winds and heavy rain. Check stakes, ties, fleeces and other supports for damage and consider moving plants to sunnier positions to maximize light. Don’t forget to keep feeding the birds, food is scarce for them over winter. You can also start planning…
Read MoreTop 10 jobs from RHS this winter include…
Top 10 jobs from RHS this winter include… Clear up fallen leaves – especially from lawns, ponds and beds Raise containers onto pot feet to prevent waterlogging Plant tulip bulbs for a spring display next year Prune roses to prevent wind-rock Plant out winter bedding Cover brassicas with netting if pigeons are a problem Insulate outdoor…
Read MoreWinter is on it’s way – tips for the garden
Leaves are falling rapidly, and wind and rain are on the increase. Tender plants will need protecting from frost, gales and freezing rains. Move plants into the greenhouse, or into a sheltered spot, but if you can’t, it is worth wrapping plants or pots in situ. Remember winter can be a tough time for birds…
Read MoreChristmas Gift Ideas
We now have a selection of great Christmas gift ideas at the Nursery including : * Living Gifts – Potted Hyacinths in classic and traditional garden boxes. * Baskets – Why not make up your own gift baskets ? using our selection of tools, seeds and sundries… * Tools –…
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