In early summer before the annuals have reached maturity, perennials form the cornerstone of our cut flower farm. Once established, they are low maintenance, resilient in the face of drought and pests and beneficial to soil health, not to mention providing reliable flowers throughout the growing season.
This workshop is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning about growing perennial flowers for cut flowers. Starting with a tour of the plot, we will cover the following:
perennial varieties to ensure a succession of forms and colours from April to October
perennials which can be grown from seed and those more easily propagated by division or cuttings
true perennials (hardy in North Yorkshire!) compared with short lived perennials
how to look after established perennials to ensure they remain productive
when to cut and condition your home-grown flowers
We will then sow a range of perennial seed into cell trays and practise propagating some of our favourite perennials by division and basal cuttings. You will also take home a selection of our farm grown perennials ready to be planted out. It would be helpful to bring a box to carry home all your seeds, cuttings and plants.
Refreshments will be provided. The workshop will take place in our greenhouse and walled garden so please wear warm clothes and suitable footwear. We do expect that the workshop will be able to go ahead whatever the weather.
Venue: Linton House, Lauradale Lane, Linton, BD23 5HQ
Please be aware that our workshops are non refundable and non transferable. If you find that you can no longer attend the date, please let us know asap and we will try to sell your place for you.
In early summer before the annuals have reached maturity, perennials form the cornerstone of our cut flower farm. Once established, they are low maintenance, resilient in the face of drought and pests and beneficial to soil health, not to mention providing reliable flowers throughout the growing season.
This workshop is suitable for anyone who is interested in learning about growing perennial flowers for cut flowers. Starting with a tour of the plot, we will cover the following:
perennial varieties to ensure a succession of forms and colours from April to October
perennials which can be grown from seed and those more easily propagated by division or cuttings
true perennials (hardy in North Yorkshire!) compared with short lived perennials
how to look after established perennials to ensure they remain productive
when to cut and condition your home-grown flowers
We will then sow a range of perennial seed into cell trays and practise propagating some of our favourite perennials by division and basal cuttings. You will also take home a selection of our farm grown perennials ready to be planted out. It would be helpful to bring a box to carry home all your seeds, cuttings and plants.
Refreshments will be provided. The workshop will take place in our greenhouse and walled garden so please wear warm clothes and suitable footwear. We do expect that the workshop will be able to go ahead whatever the weather.
Venue: Linton House, Lauradale Lane, Linton, BD23 5HQ
Please be aware that our workshops are non refundable and non transferable. If you find that you can no longer attend the date, please let us know asap and we will try to sell your place for you.