Due to Covid restrictions we are unable to hold workshops at the moment. From 1 April 2021 we will be offering sessions for up to 2 people at a time.
The subjects discussed can be totally decided by you. It might be hand-tying posies, large vase arrangements, spring pruning or learning the best way to grow flowers for cutting. In fact you can choose any subject you would like to know more about in a personal and hands on session with me here in the cutting garden. See below for more ideas from previous workshops!
This would make an ideal gift for a garden lover! Please call me for more information and costs.
It’s pruning time!
Are youthinking about pruning your roses and cutting back perennials? Or is the art of pruning a mystery which fills you with fear?
Then our Spring Pruning Workshop is for you!
Over coffee, cake and lots of chat in our workshop and garden, you’ll be able to
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Whether you want to create a whole new area in your garden for cutting flowers, or just dot them through an existing border, this workshop will teach you the best varieties to grow to ensure continual flowers from Spring until the first frosts. Using shrubs, perennials, bulbs and annuals you can have cut flowers in the house throughout the year!.
Learn about seeds, seedlings and planting out and how to get the very best from your flower garden. Get experience of cutting and conditioning flowers and how best to arrange your beautiful homegrown blooms.
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Come and make that extra special gift for Mother’s Day with a unique hand-tied posy. Or even bring your Mum/Grandmother/Daughter/Granddaughter along too and spend time learning how to make gorgeous posies together!
During this workshop you will learn about picking and conditioning British homegrown country flowers and how to use them in posies and bouquets.
You’ll also discover the right foliage to compliment the flowers and the best way to display your beautifully finished posy.
You’ll be proudly taking home posies that you have made yourself with lots of love.
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Using fresh foliage and seasonal flowers, create a beautiful spring wreath for your home.
Using Willow, Dogwood, Birch and Alder we will be making natural wreath bases and decorating them with fresh flowers, foliage and ribbons. Learn about picking and conditioning spring flowers for posies, wreaths or garlands.
All materials are supplied.
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Using flowers and foliage to create larger arrangements but without the use of floral foam.
Bring along a vase, urn or bowl and learn how to create a stunning table centrepiece, taller church arrangements or use an unusual shaped container for a real show stopper!
You’ll be using supports and materials that are fully reusable, making it kinder to the environment and cheaper for you. There are lots of ways of displaying flowers using hidden supports and beautiful containers.
We will also look at creating larger bouquets as gifts and ideas on how to wrap and present them. A busy and full workshop with lots to do and things to try!
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Learn how to propagate and create new plants for free! A chance to take cuttings from the garden here and grow new plants using a variety of techniques including softwood cuttings, splitting, root layering and division. Come and join us for chat, tips and advice and of course lots of tea and homemade cake! Grow more in your garden for free!
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Spend a morning during the school holidays and bring along a little one to play with flowers and create a flower crown fit for the most beautiful Princess in all of Flowerland!
Easy for small hands, with a little help from a grown up, there is time to have tea and cake too. No experience necessary just come and enjoy playing with all kinds of flowers and foliage!
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Create pretty posies for display or even as wedding flowers.
During this workshop you will learn about picking and conditioning British homegrown country flowers and how to use them in posies and bouquets.
You’ll also discover the right foliage to compliment the flowers and the best way to display your beautifully finished posy.
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Now is the time to plant bulbs for a stunning Spring display. Narcissi, tulips, crocus and allium can all be used for brilliant early Spring interest and colour.
Whether you want to put these wonderful flowers in garden borders or pots, this workshop will teach you the best way to use them, and where to place them for maximum effect. Everyone makes up a container of bulbs in a ‘Bulb Lasagne’ with different varieties combining to make an attractive early Spring feature.
All materials are supplied along with refreshments and are included in the cost of £40 per person. There will also be additional bulbs available for sale including Crocus, Narcissi and lots of tulips!
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Create an autumn wreath for your home using vines, twigs or willow decorated with golden leaves, berries and fruits. Add dried flowers for a beautiful and long lasting tapestry of colours.
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Learn how to make a traditional Christmas wreath using fresh seasonal foliage, cones, berries and ribbons.
This year there is also an opportunity to make a completely eco-friendly version using all compostable or recyclable materials eg willow, compostable twine, moss, dried flowers and fruit. If you have attended one of our wreath workshops before, bring back your original metal ring to reuse again and save one more item from landfill!
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