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February at Norfolk School of Gardening - Late Winter Shrub Plans

Written by Ruth Darrah

Days are getting longer, which means more time in the garden. Norfolk school of gardening are out tackling the shrubbery and pests that survived the winter.

Growing and Preparing Dahlia Tubers

Written by Fran Phillips

How do you prepare your dahlias for storage through the cold months?

January at Norfolk School of Gardening - Winter Jobs

Written by Ruth Darrah

Keeping on top of winter jobs - bulbs coming up, seeds to plant, fruit trees to prune.

Vase for January & Greenhouse Seedlings

Written by Fran Phillips

What is in your garden this January that can make a beautiful arrangement for your home right now?

Hawkwell Herbology: Lavender Tea with a Side of Sympathy

Written by Sara of Hawkwell Herbs

Homemade herbal teas are a warming treat at any time of year, and Sara knows what seasonable herbs are available this winter.

January from Norfolk School of Gardening - a Spot of Horticultural Economics

Written by Ruth Darrah

Some surprising statistics from the world of economics and an update on the walled garden as bed planting develops.

Hello! with some January Bulbs

Written by Fran Phillips

La-di Dardy Flowers brings beautiful colours and scents into your home this chilly month with seasonal flowers you can grow in your own garden.

Go, go go! Sow, sow, sow! No, no, No!

Written by Sara of Hawkwell Herbs

Don't jump the gun! Says Sara. Having the right conditions for your seeds and cuttings is more important!

Your Greenhouse in January

Written by Ellen Mary

Ellen Mary is on her cold and windy allotment, and getting excited for spring!

January Allotment Blog

Written by Ellen Mary

What is Ellen Mary sowing and growing in her allotment and greenhouse this year?

January at Norfolk School of Gardening - Overwintering in the Greenhouse

Written by Ruth Darrah

What's to be done in the greenhouse? Caring for overwintering plants and sowing chillies for summer.

Flowers From the Farm: La-Di Dardy Flowers, Fran Phillips

Written by Georgie Matthews

NEW BLOGGER: Flower farmer, Fran Phillips, loves to create seasonal flower arrangements and wants to inspire others to grow their own flowers for cutting.