Friday Forum members met at East Riddlesden Hall for a tour round the gardens by the lovely and knowledgeable Ben Cooper. Ben has been head gardener here for two years.
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The first border we came across was a herb garden with a variety of herbs including some more unusual ones which could have been used at that time such as soapwort. These were used for both medicinal and culinary purposes.   In this walled garden is an orchard and a deep and high herbaceous border |
After the tour, some members visited the Hall while others visited the tea shop.
Maggie Y sent these photos of a recent visit to Harlow Carr
Across from Harlow Carr in Harrogate is Horticap who have revamped their nature trail and included information boards on insects, butterflies and wild flowers. The fairy garden is also looking charming. The nursery has interesting plants at a reasonable price and the cafe/restaurant has outdoor seating and is much cheaper than Betty's.
Next Meeting: June 16th Forum: Friend or Foe; Garden Pests
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