Winter Weather Alert!
Are you concerned that you may have lost some plants after the cold and snowy weather we had in December?
Remember, it is still a little too early to see if many plants have been damaged – better to leave them a few weeks to see if any new growth appears as the weather turns milder.
We can help with expert advice if you have any questions – just ask!
Latest News from the Plant Centre
As we are about to start the new gardening year, now in stock at the Plant Centre are Flower and Vegetable Seeds, Summer Flowering Bulbs, Potato Tubers and Onion Sets and our range of propagation accessories – trays, labels & compost – in short, everything you need for sowing and growing your own.
Our range of ‘Kindergarden’ young plants will be available from mid-February, followed by the start of our locally grown Tomatoes and Cucumbers.
Our NEW EXTENSION
This is now open – a large covered area under which you can shop in comfort, whether it rains or snows! A new block-paved floor has been installed by our team of landscapers (thanks lads!), and we are busy creating some great displays to inspire and inform.
This area will also be where many of our special events will be held – more details later. Tea and Talks
NEW for 2011 are our ‘Tea and Talk’ afternoons
An informative talk about a range of gardening subjects along with a cup of Tea or Coffee & a piece of Cake! These are held on Wednesday afternoons monthly in Mabels tearooms (on the site here at Curborough). Tickets are £4 each and can be purchased from the Plant Centre NOW.
The first talk focuses on Summer Flowering Bulbs, with tips for successful growing This will be held on Wednesday March 16th at 2.30pm.
Meet the Designer
Also new for 2011 -your chance to meet our qualified Garden Designer Mami Okubo. Mami is an approved member of the prestigious Society of Garden Designers (one of only 2 members in Staffordshire) and will illustrate how your garden could look, using the latest computer technology. If you are looking for ideas for your garden, talk about your own ideas -or would like to have your garden professionally designed then this will be of interest. You can book an appointment FREE OF CHARGE.
Sessions will be held monthly on Tuesdays – the first is on Tuesday February 22nd . Appointments (half-hour slots) are available from 9am to 4pm – contact the Plant Centre to book. All future dates are published on the web site just follow this link to our feature on thebestof Lichfield and take it from there.
Remember, we have a long established Landscape Design and Construction service that caters for all aspects of your garden. If you are considering changes to your garden, we can help – call the Plant Centre on 01543 401032 and a member of the landscaping team will be in touch.
The Meerkats are back!
Due to popular demand, Steve Rowlands from Tropical Inc. is paying us another visit on Sunday March 20th (make a note in your diary) with the Meerkats as well as Chicks, Ducklings, Rabbits, Guinea pigs, Snakes and the Skunk! Bring the kids along for a fun hour or two while Steve explains all about the wonderful creatures he looks after.
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