Councillor John-Paul Ennis, the Mayor of Lambeth, presented the trophies at the 2024 Lambeth Flower Show, organised by LHS. He congratulated all the entrants. He especially thanked Lambeth Horticultural Society for all the work that goes into putting on such a large and successful show. And he urged people to show their support by joining…Continue Reading “Mayor salutes work of LHS”
The Asian Hornet (Vespa vetulina nigrithorax) arrived in Europe, from China, about twenty years ago, writes Bob Jackman, vice chair, Bromley Beekeepers and LHS member. A single queen is thought to have been shipped into Bordeaux. She established a nest unnoticed. Insects in the right conditions spread fast. Now this hornet is spreading outwards at…Continue Reading “ASIAN HORNETS – the three pronged threat on our doorstep”
Outings Officer Matilda Smith reports On Saturday 18 May, a group of 20 LHS members set out on the first trip since before Covid! The group visited Goddards Green Garden, a beautiful garden of some five acres or so – including some wilderness and an orchard. The Wotton family now tend the gardens by themselves,…Continue Reading “Goddards Green Gardens: our Outing 18 May”
Our June Talk is “Plants, People and Participation” Dr Elyssa Livergant will be telling us about next steps at the South London Botanical Institute. Do join us. Everyone is very welcome. The Talk starts at 8pm. Doors open at 7.30. It will be held at the Old Library, Knights Hill SE27. Bring cash for donations, refreshments…Continue Reading “Wednesday 26 June: free Talk”
We’re delighted to announce the following programme for 2024: Please note that you must be an LHS member to book. Members are welcome to bring friends and relatives for the same price. You can book in person at the Hut or online at Eventbrite. Saturday 18 May 2024 – Goddards Green Garden Goddards Green, Cranbrook,…Continue Reading “Outings Programme 2024”