This month’s travel theme is very apt for the gardener as so many of the plants we know and love come from all over the world. For Head Gardener Dan, growing plants from around the world here at Winterbourne is his own way of exploring countries he’s yet to visit. So read on as he…
If there’s one thing we can count on our garden volunteers for, it’s getting out there come rain or shine to keep Winterbourne looking its very best. Volunteer Deborah reflects on her favourite moments with us earlier this year – plus her favourite things to look out for in the garden. As you visit Winterbourne…
It’s the season for weeding, and our garden volunteers have been taking a hands-on approach to keeping the garden free from unwanted plants. Head Gardener Dan shares what the volunteers have been up to as we prepare the garden for summer. Perhaps not surprisingly, our volunteers have been weeding like mad over the last couple…
We’re all familiar with the typical garden pests – aphids, slugs, and snails – but our Head Gardener Dan is currently having some trouble with pests of the furrier variety: grey squirrels. In the battle between gardener and squirrel, who will win? As spring continues to paint Winterbourne with its vibrant hues, we find ourselves…
A new month ushers in new sights in the garden. To help you know what to look out for on your next visit, we have asked Head Gardener Dan to round up his favourite blooms. Sometimes a ‘Looking Good this Month’ type article can be a bit of a struggle. Flowering plants can be thin…