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My New Book – The Essential Guide to Bulbs – Jenny Rose Carey
Jenny Rose Carey launches her new book – The Essential Guide to Bulbs – published by Timber Press October 14th 2025Read more
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Munstead Wood – Gertrude Jekyll’s Garden
Munstead Wood, Godalming, Surrey, England, was the house and garden of the well-known artist, gardener, and writer – Gertrude Jekyll. Join Jenny Rose Carey as she explore the timeless elegance and future possibilities of this amazing place.Read more
Growing Flowers for a Garden Wedding Reception
Growing Garden Flowers for a September Wedding Reception The invitations have been sent, the tents are ordered, and outfits are being planned. There is excitement in the air at Northview about the upcoming wedding reception for a lovely friend that is to be held here this September. Luckily, we have had some practice at hosting weddings in the garden and providing the floral decorations. Practice Arrangements Ahead of Time We are working on the garden to make it a lovely place for the guests to stroll in and then growing as many of the flowers for the arrangements as possible. We already know from experience which ones last well in…Read more
Chelsea Flower Show 2026 – Choice Gardens and Flowers
The Chelsea Flower Show is one of the largest outdoor shows in the world. Learn what flowers and gardens Jenny Rose Carey liked best.Read more
Notes From English Country Gardens Part 6 – Benton End, Suffolk, England
Benton End – home of Artist-Gardener Cedric Morris is being brought back to life by a team at The Garden Museum. Cedrics Bearded Irises and Poppies along with single roses featured highly in this early summer visit by Jenny Rose CareyRead more
In The Pink – Flowers Version
Jenny Rose Carey’s Favorite Pink FlowersRead more
Using Chicken Grit in Gardens and Containers as a Mulch and to Increase Drainage in Soil
Chicken grit is used in chicken husbandry but is also great for use as a soil amendment that increases soil drainage.Read more
Seed Starting Time is Here – Spring will be Here Soon!
Starting seeds is easy and rewarding. Have a go with these simple instructions including 10 key facts that will help youRead more
“The Contemporary Cottage Garden” – A New Book by Pamela Hubbard, with Photographs by Rob Cardillo
The Contemporary Cottage Garden is a new Book published by Timber Press written By Pamela Hubbard and Photos by Rob CardilloRead more
Notes from English Country Gardens – Part 5 – Winter Walk at Wakehurst
Winter Gardens full of hardy plants that shine out in the temperate regions of the world are fabulous. Learn six tips from Jenny Rose Carey about what to include in your own gardens.Read more
Eighteenth Century American Gardens and Plants at Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia
Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia USA is a wonderful place to visit to learn about colonial life in America in the 1700’s. Jenny Rose Carey provides some of her favorite plants, fences, gardens, and buildings.Read more
Notes From English Country Gardens – Part 4 –Great Dixter, Northiam, East Sussex
The very English Garden at Great Dixter is a real treat. See some of Jenny Rose Carey’s images of the garden and a few of her gardening thoughts.Read more
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