Those looking for inspiration for their next trip to an exotic plant nursery should have a wander around The Lost Gardens of Heligan. The Cornwall attraction has been commended by celebrity gardener Diarmuid Gavin, who said green-fingered enthusiasts should check out its wide range of exotic...
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Celebrity gardener: Check out exotic plants at Lost Gardens of Heligan
Thursday, February 18th, 2010Colocasia esculenta gives a garden an exotic feel
Monday, February 15th, 2010Gardening enthusiasts looking to give their green space an exotic feel have been advised to invest in a Colocasia esculenta. The plant, also known as the Elephant's Ear, has been featured in a column by the Daily Mail's Constance Craig-Smith. She explained that a black plant can add mystery and...
Kew’s exotic plants prove a popular attraction
Wednesday, February 10th, 2010The exotic plants on show at Kew Botanical Gardens are proving to be a popular draw for gardeners looking forward to the spring and summer weather.According to the Daily Mail, some 120,000 people head to the Kent-based attraction every February to look at the Tropical Extravaganza display, and...
Gardening ‘is more popular than ever’
Friday, February 5th, 2010A new survey has revealed that British people are spending more time tending to their gardens, with interest in creating an exciting green space at its highest since 2001.The research, which was carried out by the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) and reported by Horticulture Week, found...
Could Malvern Spring Gardening Show offer exotic plant inspiration?
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010Green-fingered garden enthusiasts could work out which exotic plants would work out best in their home by visiting an event in Worcestershire.The 2010 Malvern Spring Gardening Show will take place in the county between May 6th and 9th and hopes to provide inspiration for those looking to get...