The Programme of Free Talks & Demonstrations for 2013 is left below for your information only:
Make a note in your diary now to come and enjoy a free demonstration by one of
our garden experts.
Gardeners’ Question Time – Focus on Seed Sowing
Thursday January at 10:30am
A chance to put your questions to one of our Plant experts who will have some
topical tips as well as some seasonal demonstrations relating to indoor seed
sowing for you to enjoy.
Now is the time to start planning those
stunning Summer displays in your garden.
These sessions are designed to allow our customers to get access to expert help
on all gardening matters. Whether
you have a gardening problem, need advice on a plant or want to know how to
condition your garden, our plant expert is here to help.
Pruning
Thursday February at 10:30am
Learn how to get the most from your garden plants by using correct pruning
methods. You will discover why it's good to prune, when to do it, how to do it
well, what not to prune, training, shaping and ultimately guarantee success.
Gardeners’ Question Time – Focus on Vegetables
Thursday March at 10:30am
A chance to put your questions to one of our Plant experts who will have some
topical tips as well as some seasonal demonstrations relating to Vegetable
Culture for you to enjoy.
These sessions are designed to allow our customers to get access to expert help
on all gardening matters. Whether
you have a gardening problem, need advice on a plant or want to know how to
condition your garden, our plant expert is here to help.
Hanging Baskets
Thursday April at 10:30am
This talk will show in a “Hands on” way how to create your very own hanging
baskets from scratch, for long lasting, stunning summer displays in your garden.
Gardeners’ Question Time – Focus on Summer Bedding
Thursday May at 10:30am
A chance to put your questions to one of our Plant experts who will have some
topical tips as well as some seasonal demonstrations relating to Summer Bedding
for you to enjoy. A wide variety of colourful plants will be on display at Derby
Garden Centre and can be discussed; you will almost certainly find many tempting
additions to your garden this summer.
These sessions are designed to allow our customers to get access to expert help
on all gardening matters. Whether
you have a gardening problem, need advice on a plant or want to know how to
condition your garden our plant expert is here to help.
Lawn Care
Thursday June at 10:30am
If you want a lawn that you can play on, spend the minimum of time on or simply
look at and admire, this is the talk for you. Come and learn how to create a
lawn from scratch or make an old lawn look like new. Pest, disease and weed
control will also be discussed.
Gardeners’ Question time – Focus on Propagation
Thursday July at 10:30am
A chance to put your questions to one of our Plant experts who will have some
topical tips as well as some seasonal demonstrations relating to Propagation for
you to enjoy. Here you will have
the opportunity to discover how and
when to propagate all types of plant from those already established in the house
or garden.
These sessions are designed to allow our customers to get access to expert help
on all gardening matters. Whether
you have a gardening problem, need advice on a plant or want to know how to
condition your garden, our plant expert is here to help.
It's Bulb Time
Thursday August at 10:30am
Here you will learn how to plant hyacinths for flowering indoors at Christmas,
and how other bulbs can be used to give a continuous display in your home until
Easter & beyond. We will also discuss planting in containers and in your garden
to give a magnificent, display in the Spring.
Gardeners’ Question Time – Focus on Autumn Colour
Thursday September at 10:30am
A chance to put your questions to one of our Plant experts who will have some
topical tips as well as some seasonal demonstrations relating to Autumn Colour
for you to enjoy. Here you will have the opportunity to find out how to
guarantee colour right through the Winter in your garden!
These sessions are designed to allow our customers to get access to expert help
on all gardening matters. Whether
you have a gardening problem, need advice on a plant or want to know how to
condition your garden, our plant expert is here to help.
How is your Soil?
Thursday October at 10:30am
A basic knowledge of your garden soil is essential if you want plants that will
thrive. Today you will discover how to improve the soil’s condition, leading to
better results from all the plants in your garden. Bring a soil sample to find
out more about your soil in your garden, including free pH test.
Christmas Decorations
Thursday November at 10:30
One of our creative experts will show you how to get the very best from your
Christmas Decorations. If you’re
looking for some inspiration, you will pick up some handy tips and ideas to help
you introduce seasonal warmth and Christmas spirit into your home décor.
Christmas Plant Care
Thursday December at 10:30am
Top tips on all the popular pot plants like Poinsettias & Azaleas, planted
arrangements, flowering bulbs at this time of the year. The talk will cover all
the routine aspects of care to ensure that your plants always look their best
not only this Christmas but also for many Christmases to come.
Garden Invaders
Thursday May at 10:30am & Sunday 15th May at 10:30am
In spite of our very best efforts unwanted invaders arrive regularly in our garden over or even under the fence; whether it be plants like dandelions parachuting in or Japanese Knotweed coming under the fence or other problems with cats, squirrels, rabbits, moles etc. If you need help and advice on any of these or other similar problems this is the talk for you.
‘Gardener’s Question Time’
Thursday August at 10:30am
At this special session you will be able to access expert help on all gardening matters. Whether, you have a gardening problem, need a “plant doctor” or just simple garden advice this is just the meeting for you. Why not come along and put your question to our expert panel of “green fingers”.
Water, Feed And Weed
June at 10:30am
You have your soil, you have your plants and you want them to flourish. Whatever
your level of skill in the great outdoors, this talk will provide the necessary
ingredients, expert tips and guidance, helping you to make your garden look
great all year round.
Pet Care For Children
October at 10:30am
Keeping pets happy and
healthy is essential. We will show you all the latest equipment and care
products together with some lovely pets and how to look after them.
The Speaker featured regularly on Radio Derby. Below he is pictured making a Christmas Plant Garden live on air with Andy Potter on his Afternoon Show:
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