Norfolk and Norwich Horticultural Society
Inspiring gardeners across Norfolk since 1829
Our events are open to our members and their guests, unless otherwise stated.
Pruning with Bob Coutts Bob was Head Gardener at Somerleyton Hall for many years, and shares his knowledge of pruning shrubs and trees, including the reasons and tools for the job. Visitors £2 with raffle and refreshments.
Simon Harrap of Natural Surroundings near Holt will be giving a talk entitled Flowers of the Norfolk Coast.
David is an internationally renowned garden designer, author of 22 books and has won 11 gold medals at London’s Chelsea Flower Show. Tickets available online at http://www.ticketsource.co.uk/fakenham-district-horticultural-association
A talk on Vegetable Growing in Small Spaces. Pauline Harper shows us how the smallest space can grow vegetables, in pots or hanging baskets, troughs or raised beds, even on a sunny windowsill.
Talk by Dr. Joe Perry on Sir John Bennet Lawes, the father of plant nutrition. A life of service to agriculture and horticulture, and founder of the fertiliser industry. Members free, visitors £2. Includes refreshments and raffle.
Alan Gray, co-owner of East Ruston Vicarage Garden and regular presenter on Radio Norfolk’s “Garden Party” will be giving a talk about the development of his garden. This will be followed by Cheese and Wine. ALL WELCOME Entry by ticket in advance only. tel: 01603 410000 or email: [email protected]
Talk by Peter Skeggs-Gooch on A Complete Guide to Clematis. Peter is the third- generation owner of award-winning Thorncroft Clematis. Having grown up living at the nursery, Peter has been surrounded by clematis from five years old. This talk will cover all you want to know. Visitors £2.
Talk on Cottage Cures and Superstitions by Andrew Sankey. An amusing talk by Andrew on various plants, their uses, supposedly medicinal properties and connected superstitions. Find out why folk swallowed live spiders or rolled in beds of nettles! Refreshments available and raffle held. Visitors £2, members free.
Talk by Kristopher Harper-Allison on Care and Maintenance of Fuchsias. Kristopher is a holder of a National Plant Collection of Fuchsias. His talk will cover taking cuttings, pinching and shaping, pests and diseases, over-wintering, and growing media.
