Professional horticulturists from across the North of England gathered at Thorp Perrow Arboretum near Bedale to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Chartered Institute of Horticulture. How else would an Institute of horticulturists mark such an occasion then with a...
Cherry blossom or ‘Sakura’ is the national flower of Japan, symbolising the transient beauty of life. Tourists make pilgrimages in the blossom season to view the springtime spectacle of the kaleidoscopic montage of pastel pink and white blossom that adorn Japan’s...
The Eastern Branch chose Fullers Mill, near Bury St Edmunds, for its 40th anniversary event because of its central location for members and because the Branch supports the charity Perennial, which has owned the garden since 2013. Whilst confident that this would...
The Tree Health Pilot grant is being extended until the launch of the full nationwide Tree Health grant scheme to ensure there is no gap in the provision of grants. The Pilot, delivered by the Forestry Commission, pays land managers and farmers for actions to support...
Seasonal Worker visa route has been confirmed for 2025, with a total of 43,000 Seasonal Worker visas available for horticulture. Defra has also published the 2023 Seasonal Worker’s Survey report as part of Defra’s commitment to monitoring the welfare of the seasonal...
