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Set deep in the beautiful North Devon Countryside, RHS Garden Rosemoor was gifted to the RHS in 1988 by Lady Anne Berry, and since then the original eight acres have been greatly developed into 65 acres of enchanting garden and woodlands. In this blog, we will keep you updated with what's going on in the garden and what's looking good when, as well as letting you know about the exciting programme of events we are holding throughout the year. Enjoy!
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Hamamelis - Difficult from seed, but if willing to try, sow at 50-60F/10-15C; germination is erratic and can take several seasons. Sow seed in autumn, when ripe, into a protected location, or may be treated for double dormancy indoors. Alternatively, grow from cuttings in summer, or by simple air layering, or (best option) from grafting done in winter.
Unfortunately the iris isn't in the picture, and I can't find an image of it on my computer at the moment. I will try and dig one out though, or you can probably find it on an online bulb catalogue?
In a nutshell a high, dense hedge would offer some (but by no means total) relief from road noise, but it needs to be thought about in the light of other considerations such as shade and competition. Broadly speaking, the higher and thicker a barrier hedge, the better; and Leyland cypresses rapidly achieve both. There are problems with pests that attack hedges of Leyland cypress, and the effects on neighbours have to be taken account of. Perhaps I could refer you to the Noise Abatement Society’s website for an interesting discussion about hedges as noise barriers. http://www.noiseabatementsociety.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1573
Yes, they are quite strange looking! The fungus is not known to harm plants in any way and it is not necessary to destroy or dispose of it if found in your garden. Rather, as it is quite rare, to treasure it as something rather interesting and a bit special.