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September 2019
Brimsmore Garden Centre (self drive)
A bit of a mix up with our Gold Membership meant that our September meeting was at Brimsmore Garden Centre instead of as advertised. Many apologies to anyone who had been looking forward to the advertised talk. The good news is that this will now take place on November 21st (see end of article). Due to the late notice, there was only a small turnout at the Garden Centre, but the earlier starting time meant that we had the opportunity…
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Organic Gardening and Pest Control
Our October meeting was about organic gardening and pest control and we were very pleased to welcome Paul Hending as our speaker. A quick show of hands proved that most members were already trying to garden with the least impact on the environment, but we are always ready to learn more. Gardeners today are much more likely to be organic and to avoid adding inorganic chemicals to the soil. We lighten up our heavy clay soils with well-rotted farmyard manure…
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December 2019
**CANCELLED ** Quiz and Social Evening (due to General Election)
Sadly, because a general election has been sprung on us, we are having to cancel our meeting in December and with it our eagerly anticipated seasonal social and quiz. I wish all gardening readers a very Happy Christmas and a productive New Year. Pauline Bartlett
Find out more »January 2020
Attracting Wildlife to your Garden
Join retired agricultural scientist and keen local gardener Julie Steed for an evening talk about wildlife and the fascinating creatures that inhabit our gardens. Learn about the growing importance of gardens for British wildlife and how we can increase the wildlife value of our gardens still further.
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Planning a Border
The principles behind designing a border with practical tips and a live demonstration of putting together a border* *and don't miss our Brimsmore Garden Centre visit in April where you can purchase all the plants for your new border - 25% discount on all full price purchases with free delivery
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April 2021
Brimsmore Garden Centre visit
Well it’s here; the moment we have all been waiting for................. Members of the Yarty Gardening Club will at last be able to meet up on the 15th of April! Brimsmore Garden Centre will be open for an ‘after hours’ exclusive shopping experience. Sadly, we will not be able to have a talk this time, but from 6pm until 8pm we will be able to meet up with our gardening friends again, while we browse the lovely spring plants at…
Find out more »May 2021
Forde Abbey Visit – CHANGE OF DATE!
Due to the adverse weather forecast on Thursday 20th we are changing the date of our visit A great opportunity to catch up with your gardening buddies and enjoy the beautiful gardens at Forde Abbey. Join us on May 27th at 2pm for a breath of fresh air and some gardening inspiration. Home to the highest powered fountain in the country, the award-winning gardens include topiary lined vistas, colourful herbaceous borders, an arboretum, a bog garden, which together with swathes…
Find out more »June 2021
An afternoon visit to South Wood Farm, Cotleigh
Designed by renowned Arne Maynard around a C17 thatched farmhouse, this country garden exemplifies how contemporary design can be integrated into a traditional setting. Herbaceous borders, roses, yew topiary, knot garden, wildflower meadows, orchards, lean-to greenhouses and a mouthwatering kitchen garden create an unforgettable sense of place. Rare opportunity to visit this garden in all its glory. Meet at 1.20pm in the car park. Cost £6.00 per person South Wood Farm Cotleigh Honiton Devon EX14 9HU
Find out more »July 2021
Afternoon visit to Goren Farm
Georgian house and walled gardens, with 50 acres of natural species rich wild flower meadows. Open through the NGS scheme @ £5 per person. We will have a guided tour of the gardens and wildflower meadows followed by the opportunity to enjoy a Devon cream tea (extra charge) This is a self drive event. Meet in the car park at 1.50pm Goren farm. Stockland, Honiton. EX14 9EN A Brief history Goren Farm has been in the family since 1955 and…
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Burrow Hill Cider Farm
Thursday 16th September will find us touring the orchards, watching the cider apple harvest at Burrow Hill Cider Farm The farm in Somerset sits among 180 acres of cider apple orchards at the base of Burrow Hill. The farm has been pressing cider for over 200 years. In 1989 they were granted the UK’s first ever full cider-distilling license. They have been distilling award winning cider into Somerset Cider Brandy ever since. In the autumn over forty varieties of vintage…
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Wilder Buckland
Jolyon Chesworth from the Wider Buckland Group will be talking to us about the Wilder Buckland community group. This group, for the Parish of Buckland St Mary, aims to carry out local practical actions to support wildlife and the wider environment in the area. You may have seen the recent article in the CBO News talking about their acheivements so far and their plans for the future. Do come along to learn about this relatively new group and how you…
Find out more »November 2021
Christmas Wreath making demonstration with Angie from Cottage Flowers
Everyone is welcome at our Christmas Wreath making demonstration with Angie from Cottage Flowers in Ilminster. As well as a Christmas Wreath, Angie will show us how to create some beautiful festive table decorations and other items to adorn your house and home over the Christmas period. There will be an opportunity to purchase wreath making supplies from Angie or order one of her wreath kits https://www.cottageflowersandmore.co.uk/
Find out more »February 2022
Ponds and Water Features with Jenny Short
From formal, architectural ponds to natural looking wildlife ponds, Jenny is a font of knowledge when it comes to introducing a water feature or pond to your garden. If you have specific questions, please contact Kaye prior to the talk who will forward them to Jenny who will be able to tailor her talk around members' queries or particular issues. There will, of course, be time for questions after the talk as well.
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