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Brexit reset: five business leaders on how they'd like relations with the EU to change

Post-Brexit relations need urgent addressing to mitigate the negative impacts on the UK music and horticulture industries.

Post-Brexit border checks putting food security at risk, produce sellers warn

New Brexit border checks are harming consumer choice and food security in Britain.

EU plant exporters turning backs on UK over painful' border checks, says trade group

Brexit border checks are straining long-held trading relationships between UK nurseries and EU suppliers, causing exporters to withdraw from the market.

New Brexit red tape creating existential' crisis, say food and flower firms

Brexit red tape is creating an existential crisis for Britain's fresh food and flower firms.
Importers are urging the government to provide more detail on physical checks coming in April.
The new checks could pose an existential threat to Britain's horticultural businesses.

New Brexit checks pose existential threat' to UK fruit and flower growers

UK fruit and flower growers could be affected by post-Brexit border checks, potentially damaging business and impacting next year's crops.
Changes to import rules in April could result in long delays and the destruction of plants during border checks.

Fears of red rose shortage for Valentine's Day over Brexit checks

Importers and flower growers in the UK are concerned about the new red tape imposed on imports due to Brexit, specifically in relation to the supply of red roses for Valentine’s Day.
Labour MP Daniel Zeichner expressed the worries of British growers who import plants and flower seeds, highlighting the increased number of steps for importing a petunia plant from the Netherlands.

Brexit reset: five business leaders on how they'd like relations with the EU to change

Post-Brexit relations need urgent addressing to mitigate the negative impacts on the UK music and horticulture industries.

Post-Brexit border checks putting food security at risk, produce sellers warn

New Brexit border checks are harming consumer choice and food security in Britain.

EU plant exporters turning backs on UK over painful' border checks, says trade group

Brexit border checks are straining long-held trading relationships between UK nurseries and EU suppliers, causing exporters to withdraw from the market.

New Brexit red tape creating existential' crisis, say food and flower firms

Brexit red tape is creating an existential crisis for Britain's fresh food and flower firms.
Importers are urging the government to provide more detail on physical checks coming in April.
The new checks could pose an existential threat to Britain's horticultural businesses.

New Brexit checks pose existential threat' to UK fruit and flower growers

UK fruit and flower growers could be affected by post-Brexit border checks, potentially damaging business and impacting next year's crops.
Changes to import rules in April could result in long delays and the destruction of plants during border checks.

Fears of red rose shortage for Valentine's Day over Brexit checks

Importers and flower growers in the UK are concerned about the new red tape imposed on imports due to Brexit, specifically in relation to the supply of red roses for Valentine’s Day.
Labour MP Daniel Zeichner expressed the worries of British growers who import plants and flower seeds, highlighting the increased number of steps for importing a petunia plant from the Netherlands.
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Why the Southwest peach could make a comeback

Reagan Wytsalucy is revitalizing the culturally significant Southwest peach, which has faced decline for generations.
#sustainability

This Hidden Oasis Is One Of The Most Wholesome Spots In London - And It Has A Heartwarming History

The Onion Garden exemplifies community transformation, offering a peaceful space for connection and engagement through nature in the midst of a bustling city.

Everything you need to know about the Chelsea Flower Show 2024

Chelsea Flower Show in 2024 highlights sustainability as the central theme.

This Hidden Oasis Is One Of The Most Wholesome Spots In London - And It Has A Heartwarming History

The Onion Garden exemplifies community transformation, offering a peaceful space for connection and engagement through nature in the midst of a bustling city.

Everything you need to know about the Chelsea Flower Show 2024

Chelsea Flower Show in 2024 highlights sustainability as the central theme.
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#gardening

Why Azaleas Are Celebrated in Festivals Across Japan

Azaleas are culturally significant in Japan, symbolizing resilience and beauty, with rich history reflected in literature and garden design.

3 coffee table books featuring gardens recall the beauty in our endangered world

Three coffee table books featuring horticultural marvels are recommended for garden enthusiasts.
These books showcase the beauty of gardens and their evolution over time.

Ask the Gardener: New columnist weighs in on beech leaf disease

Gardening fosters a close relationship with nature and community.

One of the most beautiful gardens of France - Latour-Marliac - The Good Life France

Latour-Marliac revolutionized the European horticultural scene by hybridizing waterlilies, inspiring artistry and changing gardening practices forever.

Why Azaleas Are Celebrated in Festivals Across Japan

Azaleas are culturally significant in Japan, symbolizing resilience and beauty, with rich history reflected in literature and garden design.

3 coffee table books featuring gardens recall the beauty in our endangered world

Three coffee table books featuring horticultural marvels are recommended for garden enthusiasts.
These books showcase the beauty of gardens and their evolution over time.

Ask the Gardener: New columnist weighs in on beech leaf disease

Gardening fosters a close relationship with nature and community.

One of the most beautiful gardens of France - Latour-Marliac - The Good Life France

Latour-Marliac revolutionized the European horticultural scene by hybridizing waterlilies, inspiring artistry and changing gardening practices forever.
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A Trip Through the Pink, Fragrant Rose Fields of Oman

Jabal Akhdar's ancient irrigation techniques enable the flourishing of damask roses, producing highly sought-after rose water and fragrances.

Ken Fulk's New Shop Is Quintessentially SoCal Chic, Inside the Kingston Design Showcase, and More News

Ken Fulk opens a new design shop in LA inspired by horticulture legend Bunny Mellon.
Matthew Fisher debuts his art gallery in NYC's Seaport, emphasizing natural poetic qualities.

London's oldest garden centre with 'top notch plants' among the best in the UK

Garden centres offer a delightful outing with plant shopping and café experiences, making them popular destinations across the UK.

The Dream of a 3,000-Pound Pumpkin

Giant pumpkins continue to break records, with the latest reaching a weight of 2,749 pounds, showcasing advancements in competitive growing.

Half Moon Bay photos: 2,471-pound pumpkin gives Minnesota grower another victory

Travis Gienger won the 2024 World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off with a 2,471-pound pumpkin, continuing his streak of outstanding achievements in pumpkin growing.

Imperata 'Red Baron' - Blood Grass on offer with You Garden

The Imperata 'Red Baron' is a hardy perennial known for its attractive red foliage and fluffy flowers, ideal for sunny outdoor areas.

How a Gardener at a Brooklyn Park Spends Her Sundays

Eve Brooks transformed her life from unemployment to a fulfilling career in horticulture, showcasing the power of job training programs.
#community-engagement

Find Espresso Drinks and Verdant Plants at Eagle Rock's New Greenhouse Cafe

Creature's Plants & Coffee combines a coffee shop and plant nursery, creating a community space for enjoyment and education.

Sunflower taller than a bus wins award in Havering competition

The Havering In Bloom competition showcased exceptional gardening talent, highlighting community creativity and participation.

Find Espresso Drinks and Verdant Plants at Eagle Rock's New Greenhouse Cafe

Creature's Plants & Coffee combines a coffee shop and plant nursery, creating a community space for enjoyment and education.

Sunflower taller than a bus wins award in Havering competition

The Havering In Bloom competition showcased exceptional gardening talent, highlighting community creativity and participation.
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Missouri water lily holds 142 pounds of sandbags, wins worldwide contest

Victoria water lilies can support significant weight, demonstrated in a recent strength contest among botanical gardens, with one lily holding 142 pounds.

For a Pro-Approved Beginner Plant Project, Grow Potted Sunflowers

Sunflowers can be successfully grown in pots, especially dwarf varieties, providing an excellent option for small spaces.

The Chrysanthemum Is No Longer Just for Grocery Store Bouquets

Chrysanthemums, originally from China, symbolize Japan and have gained popularity in the West, evolving from funeral flowers to fashionable blooms.

A Rose Diary - The Paris Review

Rosebushes require proper care and environment; their success improves with established roots and appropriate pruning.

Stranded Astronauts Have Taken Up Gardening, NASA Says

NASA astronauts adapt to extended stay on the ISS, exploring gardening and other experiments while awaiting return arrangements.

For Historic Gardens, Climate Change Offers Particular Challenges

Wethersfield Estate & Garden highlights the challenge of balancing historic preservation with modern horticultural needs amid climate change.
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Risking His Own Extinction to Rescue the Rarest of Flowers

Carlos Magdalena is a horticulturalist known as the 'plant messiah' for his efforts to save endangered plant species.

These Black Petunias Are the "It" Flower for Fall Gardens (They Look So Classy!)

Black petunias, particularly Black Velvet, have gained popularity for their unique, sophisticated color in garden aesthetics.
The emergence of dark petunias aligns with current trends toward gothic and classy garden designs.
#chelsea-flower-show

The Chelsea Flower Show 2024: A Blooming Brief Guide

The Chelsea Flower Show is an annual event showcasing flowers, plants, and gardens, akin to a high-end garden center or a horticultural Glastonbury Festival.
Tickets for non-members range from £47.85, with limited availability.

At the Chelsea flower show, foliage is in. Which bodes well for small gardens

The smaller container and balcony gardens at the Chelsea Flower Show offer valuable inspiration for all garden sizes.

The Chelsea Flower Show 2024: A Blooming Brief Guide

The Chelsea Flower Show is an annual event showcasing flowers, plants, and gardens, akin to a high-end garden center or a horticultural Glastonbury Festival.
Tickets for non-members range from £47.85, with limited availability.

At the Chelsea flower show, foliage is in. Which bodes well for small gardens

The smaller container and balcony gardens at the Chelsea Flower Show offer valuable inspiration for all garden sizes.
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Monty Don reveals pet peeve over pompous' gardeners using particular job title

Monty Don criticizes gardeners who call themselves horticulturists.
He believes the term is unnecessary and pompous.

This Gorgeous Garden Just Outside London Is Considered One Of The Best In The World

Explore RHS Garden Wisley for a horticultural experience in the Surrey countryside.

Cedric Morris and Arthur Lett-Haines show will put the spotlight back on the art rather than their eventful lives

Cedric Morris was a British painter known for his teaching, inspiring others like Lucian Freud and Maggi Hambling, and his horticultural skills.

Germany: Budding cannabis industry set to flourish DW 06/15/2024

Suppliers of cannabis-related products in Germany are benefiting from the country's partial legalization of cannabis.
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