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ADVICE, TIPS & INFORMATION

A Brief History of Vegetables
What is Hydroponics ? - by GroWell Hydroponics
Exotic Salad Crops to Grow at Home - by Richard Bartlett
Growing Like a Rocket - more exotic salad growing tips from Richard Bartlett
Designing & Planting a Knot Garden - by Knot Herbs

Wild Plant species for Wildlife Gardens
Some common wild plant names... collected by the Webmaster
British Endangered Wild Flowers
Natural Plant Dyes - dye colours available from wild plants
What's In a Wild Plant? - medicinal, culinary and household uses of old
All About the Common Elder

Kitchen Gardens in Victorian times
The Victorian Way of Gardening - garden layout theory Victorian-style

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DOWSING

Surrey Dowsers [Surrey]
A voluntary group dedicated to all aspects of dowsing. Dowsing for diet, health, herbs, negative earth energies, remedies, water and almost anything one can ask questions about. Monthly meetings with speakers on a wide range of topics. All are welcome with admission at £5.00 for non-members. Training courses are run periodically.
Contact: Joan Meech (information Officer), 17 Greenfield Avenue, Surbiton, Surrey. KT5 9HP
Ph. +44 (0)20 8399 9367 |
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EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
FARM MANAGEMENT

NewLandOwner Management Services Limited [Derbyshire]
NewLandOwner, provide a unique service, making the knowledge gained from the experience of a lifetime of working the land, available to less experienced land owners.
Contact: Rob Jeffery, Aston House Farm, Sudbury, Ashbourne. DE6 5AG
Ph. +44 (0)1283 585410 | Fax +44 (0)1283 585735 | e-mail | Visit our website

GARDEN CENTRES & NURSERIES
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GARDENING & HORTICULTURE ORGANISATIONS

Cornish Knotweed Forum [Cornwall]
The Japanese Knotweed Control Forum for Cornwall was formed in 1997 to co-ordinate policy on the control of Japanese Knotweed in Cornwall. The Forum comprises representatives from a wide range of organisations. It's aim is to promote a co-ordinated approach to the control and management of Fallopia japonica (Japanese Knotweed, Donkey Rhubarb) and its hybrids in Cornwall through partnership. Our website is full of helpful information and advice
Contact: Colin Hawke, c/o Cornwall County Council.
Ph. +44 (0)1872 322638 | Fax +44 (0)1872 323808 |
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Cottage Garden Society [Ches.]
A society of amateurs and experts who share an enthusiasm for gardening in the cottage style and to encourage an interest in old fashioned flowers of merit.
Contact: Clive Lane, Hurstfield House (CGS), 244 Edleston Road, Crewe, Cheshire. CW2 7EJ
Ph. +44 (0)1270 250 118 | e-mail | Visit our website

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HERBS

The Herb Society [Oxon.]
The Herb Society provides interesting and accurate information & events that will stimulate awareness in the importance of herbs - tasty, aromatic, and visually pleasurable ways of good health. The Herb Society also publishes the UK's only specialist magazine devoted exclusively to herbs.
Contact: Nicky Westwood [Administrator], Deddington Hill Farm, Warmington, Banbury. OX17 1XB
Ph. +44 (0)1295 692000 | Fax +44 (0)1295 692004 |
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Jekka's Herb Farm [Bristol]
Suppliers of organic herb plants and seeds - Over 400 different culinary, medicinal and aromatic herbs grown to Soil Association standards and supplied by mail order.
Contact: Jekka McVicar/Julie Wilkins, Rose Cottage, Shellards Lane, Alveston, Bristol. BS35 3SY
Ph. +44 (0)1454 418878 | Fax +44 (0)1454 411988 | e-mail | Visit our website

Knot Herbs [Northants.]
Hardy evergreen herbs for aromatic hedging, edging and knot designs. Available by mail order at sensible prices to help you achieve your ideal garden.
Contact: Anne Wilkinson, Knot Herbs, Walgrave, Northampton. NN6 9QW
Ph. +44 (0)1536 791371 | Fax +44 (0)1536 791749 | e-mail | Visit our website

Lincolnshire Herb Society [Lincs.]
A society formed in 1982 for the people of Lincolnshire to revive the interest and study the uses of herbs. The medicinal, culinary, cosmetic properties and folklore, are covered by lectures, slide shows, and visits.
Contact: Brian Holman (Chairman) or Sheila Dunnett (Secretary), North Hykeham, Lincoln.
Fax [Chairman] +44 (0)870 1309168 | e-mail Chairman | e-mail Secretary | Visit our website

HORTICULTURAL ENGINEERS

P.Sharman Horticultural Engineers [Suffolk]
For servicing, repairs and sales of all makes of garden machinery, at affordable prices and customer care second to none.
Contact: Paul / Mandy Sharman, 3.Wash Lane, Burgh St Peter, Beccles, Suffolk. NR34 0BW
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1502 677473 |
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HYDROPONICS

Achiltibuie Hydroponicum [Ross-shire]
Guided tours of unique indoor garden where lush sub-tropical fruit trees, exotic flowers, vegetables and herbs all grow without soil. Visit the Lilypond Cafe and our Hydroponic Shop. Mail Order. Open daily Easter - September.
Contact: Julie Edwards, Achiltibuie Hydroponicum, Achiltibuie, Ullapool, Ross Shire. IV26 2YG
Ph. +44 (0)1854 622202 | Fax +44 (0)1854 622201 |
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Growth Technology Ltd. [Somerset]
We have a strong background in commercial horticulture and all our products are conceived from experience, designed by professionals and fine tuned in the greenhouse.
Contact: Tim Sabel, Unit 66, Taunton Trading Estate, Taunton, Somerset. TA2 6RX
Ph. +44 (0)1823 325291 | Fax +44 (0)1823 325487 | e-mail | Visit our website

GroWell Hydroponics [Warks.]
Since 1994, GroWell has been working hard to earn the trust and respect of growers across the UK. Combining our excellent range of growing products with an in house knowledge base that is second to none, we are the definitive one-stop hydroponics shop and mail-order company.
Contact: Blooms Garden Centre, Kenilworth Road, Hampton-in Arden, Solihull. B92 0LW
Ph. +44 0800 328 1339 | Fax +44 (0)1926 621766 | e-mail | Visit our website

Nutriculture Ltd. [Lancashire]
Grow hydroponically. Greater Yields, Greater Control, Cleaner Crops, Exciting Growing. Find out more by contacting our hydroponic call centre today for your free brochure.
Contact: Marie, Bev or Glyn, Unit B1A, Towngate Works, Dark Lane, Mawdesley. L40 2QU
Ph. +44 (0)1704 822536 | Fax +44 (0)1704 822573 | e-mail | Visit our website

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LANDSCAPE GARDENING / GARDEN DESIGN

Aspen Landscaping [Aberdeenshire]
Comprehensive landscape design and construction service - domestic, commercial and industrial. Conservation projects and woodland management. Covering North East and North Scotland.
Contact: Mike Clark, West Balearn, Mintlaw, Peterhead. AB42 4JG
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1346 532617 |
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Jacqui Tucker Gardens [Worcs.]
To make your garden an expression of your lifestyle and desires within your budget is my challenge. Low maintenance and harmonious Cotswold gardens a speciality.
Contact: Jacqui Tucker, Warren Farmhouse, Stanton, Nr. Broadway, Worcs. WR12 7NE.
Ph. +44 (0)1386 584233 | Fax +44 (0)1386 584266 | e-mail | Visit our website

MUSHROOM GROWING

Mycologs [Ross-shire]
We make pet logs - pets you plant in your garden which fruit mushrooms, shiitake or oyster. Fruits for up to four years.
Contact: Imogen Young, Henrietta Park, Balblair, Dingwall, Ross-shire. IV7 8LJ
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1381 610313 |
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ORGANIC INFORMATION, SMALLHOLDER GROUPS & SUPPLIES
SEEDS & BULBS

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TREES, WOODLANDS & ARBORICULTURE

Cornwall Orchards [Cornwall]
Our website is full of information about orchards in Cornwall, their history, varieties and management.
Contact: Colin Hawke , c/o Cornwall County Council.
Ph. +44 (0)1872 322638 | Fax +44 (0)1872 323808 | e-mail | Visit our website

The Poplar Tree Company [Herefordshire]
We specialise in all aspects of Poplar growing, from supply of plant material to planting, management, harvesting and utilisation of the timber, and offer a unique joint venture scheme for landowners.
Contact: Hugh Snell, Lower Lulham, Madley, Herefordshire. HR2 9JJ
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1981 250253 | e-mail | Visit our website

Scurrah Associates Ltd. [N. Yorks]
Forestry & Woodland Consultants offering a bespoke service of professional and practical advice to match the individual needs of our clients.
Contact: Wayne or Robert, 5 Waterside, The Moorings, Langthorpe, Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire. YO51 9GE
Ph. +44 (0)1423 321907 | Fax +44 (0)1423 321908 | e-mail | Visit our website

Woodmeet [Cornwall]
Woodmeet is a forum for those involved in Cornwall's Woodland, Forestry and Wood Processing, Products and Services Sector. It was formed following a meeting in March 2000 organised by Cornwall County Council, Silvanus Trust and Timber Growers Association to discuss ways of helping the sector take advantage of new funding streams, particularly Objective One.
Contact: Colin Hawke, c/o Cornwall County Council.
Ph. +44 (0)1872 322638 | Fax +44 (0)1872 323808 | e-mail | Visit our website

TREE SURGERY

David J.Orange & Co, [Northumberland]
All aspects of tree surgery undertaken by professional arborists. Sales service and hire agents for Timberwolf Woodchippers.
Contact: David/Simon, 35 Magdalene Fields, Warkworth, Morpeth, Northumberland. NE65 0UF
Ph. +44 (0)1665 713039 | Fax +44 (0)1665 711228 | e-mail | Visit our website

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