LHS Member Robert Jackman reports Well, first of all it has been renamed as the “Yellow Legged Asian Hornet”. That’s for clarity as there are seven hornets in Asia. Fortunately only that one has arrived in Europe. In 2023 you may remember a lot of fuss about it arriving in the UK in numbers. The…Continue Reading “WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE ASIAN HORNET?”
This month, we’re holding our third annual survey on what people want from the Lambeth Horticultural Society. It should only take you a couple of minutes – honestly! The survey closes 30 June. In Questions 1 – 4 Lambeth Horticultural Society would like to know more about our members and friends, and how we can…Continue Reading “Annual Survey 1 – 30 June”
In May, the Friends of West Norwood Cemetery kindly invited me to join them on a guided tour of Highate Cemetery. Like West Norwood, Highate is one of London’s seven great Victorian cemeteries. In just under 200 years, as well as places of burial and cremation, they have become sizeable and important natural habitats in…Continue Reading “London’s cemeteries – nature’s oases”
Our Flower Show at Lambeth’s Country Show is the jewel in the crown. With thousands of people looking at the many fabulous exhibits and trophies awarded by Lambeth’s Mayor, it’s a wonderful event for families and gardeners of all ages. From the expert to the novice. Details of the Show and How to Enter Download…Continue Reading “LAMBETH COUNTRY SHOW 7th & 8th JUNE: CAN YOU HELP?”
On 15 December, we ran four free workshops on winter decorations. Using foliage from members’ gardens, as well as ribbons and a few sparkling accessories, children and adults created some fabulous festive creations. The workshops were headed by Helena Kowalska. We also ran a pop up Hut with bulbs, some ready potted up. Thank you…Continue Reading “Christmas Swags”