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Spectacular South African Flora

Thursday, 21 February 2019 Jane Taubman Meeting Reports

by Rosemary Legrand At the Club’s February meeting the Chairman announced that monies from the Plant stall at the Show on March 30th will be donated to Age Concern UK – Bridport branch. Rosemary Legrand captivated members as she shared the wonderful sights and sounds of South Africa with music and vibrant photographs. On a self drive tour, which began in Cape Town,and continued up the West coast, then south east through vast vineyards,to the Indian Ocean, concluding the holiday[…]

The Winter Garden

Thursday, 17 January 2019 Jane Taubman Meeting Reports

by Roger Hirons After a glorious sunset we met for our first meeting of 2019. Roger Hirons got us off to a wonderful start to the year speaking on “The Winter Garden”. Years of experience and study at such prestigious establishments as Pershore and Hilliers, came across in a tide of knowledge and enthusiasm for plants. Beginning with guide-lines on garden planning Roger used examples from his array of lovely plants to illustrate his points, showing large colourful photographs portraying[…]

Exbury Gardens

Thursday, 31 May 2018 Chris Senior Outing Reports

Our timing was spot on for the club visit to Exbury Gardens where we found the rhododendrons and azaleas at their utmost best. As we wandered around the extensive grounds every twist and turn revealed yet another breath-taking vista. The glorious palette of mauves, purples, rich reds to softest pinks, and warmest apricot to clear bright yellows and sparkling white.

Visit to Yeo Valley Organic Gardens

Monday, 30 April 2018 Jane Taubman Outing Reports

in April 2018 Sunshine broke through rainy skies for our first outing of the year. The immaculate grounds at the Yeo Valley Organic Gardens incorporated woodland, meadows, fruit and flowers. Unique wrought iron arches and sculptures added interest. Tulips of every type made welcome splashes of vibrant colour among the spring greens.