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Lavenders blue…..

Dr Simon Charlesworth is the latest recipient of the Brickell Award for the excellence of his scientific National Collection of Lavandula and he received his award from Chris today at Hampton Court Press day. Despite quoting Spike Milligan who in an acceptance speech said “I … Continue reading

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Loo with a view

Holehird Gardens in Windermere are run by the Lakeland Horticultural Society and this was our first garden visit on the recent Members’ weekend.  Founded in 1969 these gardens have been developed, managed and maintained exclusively by volunteers.  The site has … Continue reading

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