Thanks to a collaboration with the brilliant Nature Vibezzz, on 18 June, LHS member Sarah headed up a workshop on propagating softwood cuttings. Sarah experty led the two-hour session for some 20 people – from a wide range of ages (children to seniors) and gardening experience (LHS members to complete novices.) The workshop took place…Continue Reading “Propagation – a softwood cuttings workshop”
Thanks to a collaboration with the brilliant Naturevibezzz, Charity, LHS member Sarah Plescia is running a free workshop on propagating plants from cuttings, with a focus on perennial herb cuttings. The workshop will be fun, friendly and suitable for complete beginners as well as those with more gardening experience. Sarah will also be able to discuss…Continue Reading “Free Workshop – Herb Propagation”
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”
At the Glowing Cemetery event 10 December at West Norwood Cemetery, we’ve once again been invited to run free workshops. (Thank you, Kim Hart!) You’ll create a mini Christmas wreath on a 6″ base with fresh evergreen foliage, bedecked with ribbon bows and seasonal trimmings. All materials for making the wreath will be provided. You…Continue Reading “Make a Christmas Wreath”
Our first ever Winter Hanging Basket Workshop at the Hut on 11 November was a great success. Helena Kowalska led seven participants in creating beautiful baskets. They also have loads of tips to make sure the baskets last well into Spring, as well as lots of ideas about extending their use in the summer months.