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    Doggy Day Rules

    by David Hardy

    Make a day of it at the Garden and bring man’s best friend for one of our special Doggy Days. Look out, too, for pet experts – who will be on hand to offer help and advice

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    Growing the Future Newsletter – October 9

    by Steffan John

    The latest news and information from the Growing the Future project’s weekly newsletter

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    Plant Focus: Euonymus alatus ‘Compactus’

    by Steffan John

    Each year I look out for the Euonymus to change colour, its vibrant red leaves, shouting that the season is changing and to get ready!

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    Plant Focus: Alchemilla mollis

    by Steffan John

    A little plant that you would likely walk past for most of the year is covered in jewels of water in wet conditions. Sprays of yellow flowers poke up through the foliage and just add to the display.

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    Plant Focus: Verbena bonariensis

    by Steffan John

    With late season interest, a stunning skeletal form, and a lot of interest from pollinators, this plant ticks all the boxes!

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    Fire and Brimstones

    by Peter Lee-Thompson

    Whilst awaiting the installation of the bridge on Llyn Mawr, I was lucky enough to spot a bright yellow – male brimstone butterfly skipping between the knapweed. Brimstones, whilst not threatened, are a somewhat elusive species, rarely sighted in the Garden and usually in spring. Like many species, they are closely linked to their food […]

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