David J. C. Austin has died at his home in Shropshire, surrounded by his family, it has been announced. He had been diagnosed with Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD), a rare and incurable neurological condition.
David joined the family business in Albrighton, Shropshire, in 1990, at a time when his father, the late David C. H. Austin, was gaining wider recognition for his work breeding English Roses. He went on to lead the company for more than three decades, overseeing its growth from a specialist nursery into a globally recognised name among rose lovers. Throughout his leadership, the creation of beautiful, fragrant roses remained central to the business he built.
David's children, Richard, James and Olivia, paid tribu...Read More
As the sun reaches its peak and the summer garden bursts with colour, it's time to introduce you to the captivating beauty of blue and white borage herb plants. With their striking star-shaped flowers and a plethora of culinary and medicinal benefits, borage herbs are the perfect addition to your garden this July. Let's explore why these beautiful plants deserve a special place in your green sanctuary.
Mesmerising Blue Blooms
Borage plants are known for their exquisite, vibrant blue flowers that resemble a piece of the sky nestled among lush green foliage. Imagine the magical sight of these stunning flowers swaying gracefully in the summer breeze, attracting pollinators and adding a touch of elegance to your garden....Read More
The intense heat of summer can cause problems, like scorch, for the plants in a greenhouse but there are a few easy ways to help them.
Dedicated to preserving and showcasing the beauty of nature in the heart of the city, Birmingham Botanical Gardens is looking to expand its volunteer programme after demand grows to join its team.
A team of over 70 volunteers already contribute their time and expertise across all departments, with many playing a key supporting role within the horticulture team to care for and maintain the charity’s global living collection.
As part of the Gardens’ plans to grow its volunteering programme for a broader range of interests, skills and experience levels, there are also vacancies in four other departments. This includes opportunities to support the exciting ...Read More
The Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, commonly known as the Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, is a famous botanical garden located in Pamplemousses, Mauritius. Established in 1767, it is one of the oldest botanical gardens in the Southern Hemisphere and is renowned for its rich biodiversity and historical significance.
Top a crisp meringue with fresh garden berries for a quintessential British summer dessert.
Ingredients:
Method:
Preheat oven to 120°C. Whisk egg whites until stiff, gradually add sugar. Bake meringue 1-1.5 hours. Whip cream, top meringue with cream and berries.
Cooking time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Storage: Best eaten same day; cream and berries separate in fridge 1 day.
Take semi-ripe cuttings from shrubs including rosemary, lavender, and Fuchsias to propagate new plants.
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Give wisteria its summer prune, cutting back long, wispy green shoots to five or six leaves from the main branch.
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Ensure birds have a reliable water source during hot spells by topping up bird baths and wildlife dishes daily.
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Pronounced: See-an-o-thuss
Also known as: Californian lilac
A branching evergreen shrub with small, glossy dark green leaves. The flowers are bright blue and produced in profusion in late spring. They are very attractive to bees. It is ideal for training against a warm wall.
Where does it like to grow?
It prefers a sunny south or west facing position in any well-drained soil.
How do I care for it?
May be trimmed after flowering, especially if it is growing against a wall
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