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The “Lost” Victorian Hybrid: Rosa Limon-Fragrans

On April 1, 2026 By Stefan Drew

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Horticultural Archive Recovery: The Rebirth of the ‘Citrus-Rosa’ Following a meticulous restoration of the 1894 “Glasshouse Ledgers” from a private estate in the Cotswolds, botanists have successfully recreated the Citrus-Rosa—a botanical marvel previously thought lost to the Great Frost of 1947. A rare freak plant sourced from Tibet by Victorian plant hunter Sir Cyrus Rosenbaum.… More Leave a comment

What Is An Edible Landscape?

On October 27, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Edible Landscapes in the UK: A Celebration of Ancient Design and Modern Diversity That Is So Different To Monoculture. The concept of the edible landscape is a design approach that integrates food-producing plants into an aesthetically pleasing, functional, and biodiverse area.… More Leave a comment

Loganberries: A Tangy Twist in British-American Garden History

On September 3, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Loganberries Sound Very British , But The 1916 Oregon State Paper “Loganberry” Points Us Towards A Fascinating, And Somewhat Accidental, Star Of British Fruit Cultivation. The loganberry’s journey from a Californian judge’s garden to British allotments and Wimbledon player’s refreshment menu is a story of horticultural serendipity and wartime resilience that still resonates today.… More Leave a comment

Common Hedgerow & Woodland Berries

On July 21, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Common Hedgerow & Woodland Berries Can Be As Valuable Crops As Traditional Garden Fruit And Veg. Learn More About them Here. But what Common Hedgerow & Woodland Berries can we grow in the UK? Well, some are very common and some of my list are a little more obscure and you might not have seen them to even heard of them.… More Leave a comment

40 Edible Trees For UK Gardens & Allotments

On April 17, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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We Eat Fruit & Veg, But How About Edible Trees For UK Gardens & Allotments? Which Can We Eat or Make Drinks From? That’s what this article is about .. and hint, it’s about more than fruit Here’s a list of edible trees that can be grown in the UK, going beyond just fruit.… More Leave a comment

Vegetables and Fruits For UK Seaside Gardens

On February 3, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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Coastal Gardens In The UK, While Often Beautiful, Present Unique Challenges Due To Strong Winds, Salty Air, And Often Poor Soil Quality. However, With Careful Selection, You Can Cultivate A Thriving Garden. Here Are Some Vegetables And Fruits For UK Seaside Gardens.… More Leave a comment

Menton’s Lemon Festival: A Citrus Spectacle

On February 2, 2025 By Stefan Drew

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In France, The Citron De Menton Is Known As The World’s Most Wonderful Lemon. The Fete Du Menton Celebrates The Menton Lemon Each Year. Menton sits nestled between the blue Mediterranean and the mountains right on the French Italian border. It is a town I love, with its old wonderful gardens and proximity to the Hanbury Botanical Gardens just over the border in Ventimiglia.… More Leave a comment