Planning & Designing Beds & Borders – Making The Most of Your Garden in Spring - Tuesday 10th March 2026
Planning & Designing Beds & Borders – Making The Most of Your Garden in Spring
An informative and practical workshop with Marguerite Hughes, where you will discover everything you need to know about planning and designing beds & borders for high interest in Spring. You will discover everything you need to know about Star Spring Shrubs, Perennials & Bulbs.
The session will illustrate how to use such plants in your garden for impact and long-term interest. There will be advice and recommendations on a range of spring shrubs; including Camellias, Magnolias, Azaleas, Rhododendrons, Lilac and Quince. We will also cover spring perennials, including Peonies, Pulmonarias, Brunnera, Corydalis, Primulas, and bulbs including Crocus, Tulips and Daffodils. There will be tips on planting and growing techniques, including choosing the right sites, aftercare, propagation and top planting combinations.
The last 30 minutes of the session will allow for a summary, a round-up, and a Q&A.
All you need to bring with you on the day is a notebook and pen. You will be given handouts relevant to the workshop to take home. There will be lots of opportunities during the day to handle materials referred to during the session. The workshop is very interactive, and at any point during the day, you can ask questions relating to your own gardens.
The details
This workshop will take place on our Terrace (to the right of The Garden Cafe) in our marquee. It is heated on cooler days, but please wear suitable clothing.
Your ticket price includes tea, coffee, lunch, and a sweet treat.
Seating in the Marquee consists of wooden chairs, so you may wish to bring a cushion for added comfort.
Please advise of dietary requirements when booking.
Enjoy 10% off on the day
When buying online, your tickets will be emailed to you. You don't need to print the ticket as we will have your booking when we check you in. On arrival at the workshop, you will be given a 10% discount voucher valid for the day of your workshop. So don’t forget to make the most of some shopping time before or after your workshop!
Please note the voucher cannot be used against Garden Furniture, in The Garden Cafe, or The Food Hall.
You can call us on 015395 63630 if you’d prefer to book with us on the telephone. We will email your ticket within 7 days of booking.
Tickets are non-refundable. Dogs are not permitted at any workshops.
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