Acton Court – Open to the public 31 May to 2 July 2023 – For more details https://www.actoncourt.com/ NGS openings for June and early July – For more details https://findagarden.ngs.org.uk/ Swift House – 9 Lyndale Avenue, Stoke Bishop, Bristol, Avon, BS9 IBS & 17-18 June 2023 42 Silver Street – Midsomer Morton, Radstock, Avon, BA3 …
As a result of the local HSBC bank closing in Nailsea and other local areas, we have decided to move our account to Lloyds Bank. They are currently in Nailsea and state they will remain open for the foreseeable future and offer free banking to clubs such as Fagus. Additionally, HSBC had commenced charging for …
The Fagus meeting scheduled to be held in the Methodist Hall on Monday 19th September will be held as arranged commencing at 8.00pm. The subject will be ‘What makes a great Head Gardener’ with Ambra Edwards There will be a tribute given by the Chairman and a 2 minute silence held at the beginning of …
On 17th January 2022 we held a Zoom lecture with Katherine Crouch, entitled ‘New Tricks for Old Gardeners’‘New Tricks for Old Gardeners’’. Katherine presented us with ideas of styles of garden and kinds of plants suitable for low maintenance and retirement gardening, followed by a demonstration of tools and techniques. Her Husband is entirely to blame …
The renown writer and broadcaster Anna Pavord was our special speaker in November. She gave an interesting lecture on partner plants that gave colour and pattern year round. With many anecdotes and references to Christopher Lloyd, she inspired with her ideas of how to keep colour in a garden year round. Anna Pavord’s books include …
On 18 October, Margie Hoffnung gave us a fascinating insight into that great British pastime of garden visiting in Britain. Filled with anecdotes and humour, Margie led us through all types of gardens, parks and historic settings that we enjoy. Margie completed a 4 year Horticulture Degree at Writtle College, after working at Westonbirt Arboretum. …
On 20 September 2021, Andrew Cannell, Head Gardener at the American Museum & Gardens gave us an interesting live lecture talking of the transformation of The American Gardens in Claverton. In 2018 the American Museum & Gardens completely remodelled its grounds offering its visitors unique insights into American horticulture and landscape design. Visitors can walk …
Fagus have resumed live lectures at the Methodist Hall, Nailsea. The decision to restart is based on a number of factors. Members will be double vaccinated, the Hall is open for church services and we can can be mindful of being careful about the virus, both for members and our speakers. Chairs will be spaced …
On Monday 6th September we were delighted for Fergus Garrett, Head Gardener of Great Dixter to give us an additional zoom lecture entitled ‘Layered Planting’. Fergus, a knowledgeable and popular speaker, has been to Fagus in the past and been much enjoyed. He has attained a reputation as of our most influential gardeners, driving forward Great Dixter …
On 18th & 22nd May 2021 we visited Parsonage Farm. After the long days of lockdown, Julie Parker and Charlie Tricks invited fellow Fagus members to share their beautiful woodland garden. First planted eighty-five years ago, it is the creation of two very knowledgeable gardeners, Jenny Pym and later Norma Reid. The present owners have enthusiastically …