Gardens
Who needs Gardeners’ World?
December 1st 2011
The English Garden magazine has dipped its muddy gardening boot into the world of professional film
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...
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...
The History of Hepworth’s Garden
August 19th 2011
Jeremy Miles unearths the story behind Barbara Hepworth’s famous sculpture garden in Carbis Bay...
Spiritual Enlightenment
August 19th 2011
Peter Booton meets a creative couple whose garden inspired a lifestyle change and the launch of a successful business.
Eden’s ‘greatest show on earth’ opens: Labyrinth, now until August 29
August 2nd 2011
The Eden Project’s 10th anniversary show season featuring amazing aerial acrobatics, incredible circus stunts and beautiful live music has been thrilling crowds at its preview nights...
An Artist’s Garden - Northwood Water Gardens
July 26th 2011
Northwood Water Gardens near St Neot has been created by Mackenzie Bell, with art rather than horticulture as his influence. Louise Danks guides us around...
A Sustainable Life with James Strawbridge
July 26th 2011
In his regular series, eco-celebrity James Strawbridge explains the benefits of growing produce under cover...
Tresillian Open Gardens - Sunday 17 July
July 5th 2011
The beautiful gardens of Tresillian House play host to this unique fund-raising event for the British Red Cross in Cornwall with the kind permission of Mr George Robinson; all proceeds go toward Red Cross services within the County.
ANNUAL HERB FESTIVAL AT BODMIN PLANT & HERB NURSERY
March 7th 2011
Fancy a good Thyme? Or even a fabulous Fennel or a special Sage? Then, come along to the 7th annual Herb Festival at Bodmin Plant & Herb Nursery which aims to give herbs the focus they deserve by celebrating their growing and usage.
'Tulip Mania' at the Lost Gardens of Heligan
February 28th 2011
Specialist bulb company de Jager is to present ‘Tulip Mania’ at The Lost Gardens of Heligan from Monday 23 April until Monday 2 May 2011.
Lantallack is a lovely old Georgian farm, set in 40 acres in the heart of south east Cornwall
November 11th 2010
Lantallack is a lovely old Georgian farm, set in 40 acres in the heart of south east Cornwall and borders an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Digging Deep
October 20th 2010
Lousie Danks unearths the roots of Cornwall’s horticultural history and discovers its links to the mining industry
Make bouquets for your home from your garden
September 22nd 2010
With a little imagination, your garden can provide you with the cut flowers, herbs and stems to make gorgeous bouquets for your home. If you prefer to buy flowers, however, make them local. Words and photos by Louise Danks
Caroline Crabb of Fleurtations, Bodmin to take part in The RHS Chelsea Florist of the Year
March 25th 2010
The Royal Horticultural Society are presenting ‘The RHS Chelsea Florist of the Year” competition for 2010 to be held at the world’s most famous flower show in Chelsea. Local florist Caroline Crabb of Bodmin has been selected to take part.
Cornwall Life looks at the benefits of Dig Down South West project
February 25th 2010
With the news that almost two-thirds of Cornish schoolchildren struggle to identify where their food comes from, Cornwall Life looks at the benefits of the Dig Down South West project, headed by television gardening expert Charlie Dimmock
Cornwall Life Visits Glendurgan, a Garden with Character
February 25th 2010
Glendurgan is one of the UK’s best-known gardens and is anything but traditional. Words and pictures by Louise Danks
Watching Waders
July 28th 2009
Watching Waders Late summer and early autumn is a good time to see waders around the county. In this August issue, Cornwall Life reveals where and how.
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