An introduction to perennial edibles - a journey of discovery into an array of plants we can grow and eat with Ryan Sandford-Blackburn, director of agroecological plant nursery Earthed Up!
For February we’ll be exploring some of the scents and smells of the early Spring garden, as well as examining the medicinal heritage of some of our plants.
James Hitchmough shares details of his progress in establishing his new garden in rural Somerset, following his move from Sheffield in 2022.
Dean will share the story of revitalising the nursery including the gardens and nurseries that have inspired and influenced them along the way.
New FOBS members are invited to come along and find out a bit more about the Friends. We will have a short talk by Carolyn, our Chair, a photo review of recent events, tours of the gardens and home-made cakes and coffee. New Friends will receive a personal invite at the beginning of March.
Daphne ‘Dapjur01’ or ‘Perfume Princess’ is a most successful hybrid of the 21st century, with arguably the sweetest and freshest of all daphne fragrances. It also has the longest flowering season and the most floriferous plants.
For March we’ll be exploring the history of the Gardens. This tour is also part of the Festival of the Outdoors