The European hepaticas (H. nobilis, H.transsilvanica and H.x media and their cultivars) are the most tolerant of garden cultivation while the American species (H. americana, H. acutiloba and their cultivars) are well worth trying in very sheltered areas of the garden.  Some of our new inter-species crosses may well succeed in the garden but we are still trialling these and they have yet to prove themselves as reliable performers in the garden. It’s...

The Ashwood Charitable Trust is delighted to announce that it has awarded its second Adam Greathead Award to Connie Hudson (pictured with Nursery owner John Massey). Throughout her application, taster day and interview, Connie displayed  her passion for plants and love of growing things, especially on her eco-friendly allotment. She has visited many gardens of the National Trust and other renowned gardens including Stowe, Kew and Versailles. Her...