Gardens
Tulips dazzle and delight at Ulting Wick garden near Maldon
April 3rd 2012
More than 5,000 tulips dazzle and delight during spring at Ulting Wick garden near Maldon. Philippa Pearson asks how this remarkable space has been brought to life
Gifts for Gardeners'
December 1st 2011
Searching for an original and interesting present for the keen gardener in your life? Philippa Pearson offers some tempting suggestions for gardening gifts
Who needs Gardeners’ World?
December 1st 2011
The English Garden magazine has dipped its muddy gardening boot into the world of professional film
Create homes for wildlife in your garden with ‘Jordans 10% Challenge’
October 19th 2011
One of Britain’s best-known cereal companies, Jordans Cereals, is issuing a challenge to Britain’s gardeners to follow the example set by farmers that grow Jordans cereals and make at least 10% of their gardens into homes for wildlife...
World’s first living billboard made entirely of British flowers
August 26th 2011
Shoppers in London were treated to quite a sight today, as a billboard made entirely of living flowers was revealed outside the Westfield Shopping Centre...
Top 3 Garden Buildings from Essex Life
June 28th 2011
We have selected three different garden buildings to create a comfortable outdoor living space. Whatever your style, make the most of your garden this summer...
Through the garden gate - Essex gardens open for charity
February 25th 2011
Each year gardens of rare quality open their gates for charity and in 2011 almost 70 Essex gardens will open as part of the National Garden Scheme
Essex explores the National collections of rare plants
January 11th 2011
Preserving the legacy of hundreds of plants, Plant Heritage is the world’s leading cultivated plant conservation charity. Philippa Pearson joined the local Essex group to find out more
National Garden Scheme - new gardens open in Essex
April 12th 2010
In part two of her review of the Essex gardens open for the National Garden Scheme this year, county organiser Susan Copeland turns her attentions to the treasured spaces the charity will unveil for the first time in 2010
Open Garden in Essex
March 18th 2010
Each year, dozens of gardens are opened for charity as part of the National Garden Scheme. NGS county organiser Susan Copeland picks the most treasured secret gardens in Essex set to go on show this year.
How to grow Hellebores
February 8th 2010
Hellebores are among the most charming of garden plants, but there is a certain knack to helping them prosper. Philippa Pearson reveals the techniques to ensure success with this seductive flower
The Hardy Plant Society - Essex Group
January 12th 2010
While it might be tough to imagine enjoying life in the garden during winter, the Hardy Plant Society helps to add year-round colour. Philippa Pearson reports Images from: The Hardy Plant Society Photo Library
A royal appointment
October 14th 2009
Paul King's expertise on trees has helped make his Rayne-based business, King & Co, an established success. Philippa Pearson asks him how to pick the perfect type of tree for any garden
Art and Design
September 11th 2009
Creating a new garden led to a change of career for Helen Riches, but it wasn't by design. Philippa Pearson went to visit her in Saffron Walden to find out more
An open invitation
April 15th 2009
Nearly 60 Essex gardens will be open as part of the National Garden Scheme in 2009 to raise funds for local good causes. Here NGS county organiser Susan Copeland picks her own hand-picked selection of highlights
Restoration drama
April 14th 2009
More than 14,000 bulbs and bedding plants create a must-be-seen spring spectacular in the gardens of Audley End House, says Philippa Pearson
Simply irisistable
March 18th 2009
A life-long love of irises has led to a change of career for Little Walden's Clare Kneen. Philippa Pearson discovers why this delicate flower is so irresistible
Winter Warmers
February 9th 2009
After winter, the site of snowdrops in bloom heralds the imminent arrival of spring. Philippa Pearson reveals why they are so special and where is best to see them in Essex
An orchestra of Orchids
January 12th 2009
Exotic, flamboyant and fragrant, orchids are the ideal houseplant. Philippa Pearson explains how to care for them and why joining The Essex Orchid Group will help
Finchingfields friendly faces
December 11th 2008
Finchingfield has become a tourist honey pot thanks to its charming character. Joanne Jarvis meets its residents who feel privileged to be part of this community
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