Tag Archives: gardening science

The winter weather has wiped me out !

Posted on 10/02/2019 by greenfingeredgeorge

I’ve had the dreaded winter bug this week and it totally wiped me out. All I can say is, thank heavens for Grandmas, books, scrabble and Dr Who on iPlayer! Today though, I nipped outside to water my carnivorous plants … Continue reading →

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From #RHSChelsea to #RHSChatsworth, via The Highlands!

Posted on 10/06/2018 by greenfingeredgeorge

It’s been a crazy few weeks as I’ve tripped up and down the country from London to the Isle of Mull! First, there was a weekend in London, taking in RHS Chelsea Flower Show, before I scooted off to Mull … Continue reading →

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A Greener Garden by me, Green Fingered George

Posted on 14/01/2018 by greenfingeredgeorge

I was well chuffed to have been asked to write an article for the New Nature Magazine about some tips and advice for a greener garden. The article was inspired by the lecture I went to, given by the RHS … Continue reading →

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HERE WE ‘GROW’ in 2018 !!!

Posted on 01/01/2018 by greenfingeredgeorge

I’ve had a really great Christmas and short break in Scotland. It’s been awesome to chillax and have a bit of time to myself, get outside and play with Buddy and my Christmas gifts. Hope you have had a great … Continue reading →

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Thanks Green Gardening Fans

Posted on 03/12/2017 by greenfingeredgeorge

Just a quick post to thank everyone for reading, liking, sharing and commenting on my last post about climate change the response has been mega and hopefully I’ve replied to each and every one of your fantastic comments – cheers … Continue reading →

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London Calling……. climate change is declared, may the battle come down!

Posted on 16/11/2017 by greenfingeredgeorge

Last week ‘London was Calling’ as I was invited by the RHS to a science lecture; called ‘gardening with a mission’ it was all about Gardening in a Changing Climate. **This is a family blog as some things were really … Continue reading →

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My spring gardening plans

Posted on 19/03/2017 by greenfingeredgeorge

I planned to work in the garden with my Dad, but the weather has been LOUSY this weekend in Manchester. I still managed a bit of community gardening though, before heading off with my mate to the Imperial War Museum.

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Herbarium Heaven, As I Go Behind The Scenes at RHS Garden Wisley’s Laboratory

Posted on 06/11/2016 by greenfingeredgeorge

Last week I was invited to the RHS Garden Wisley Laboratory, for a behind the scenes tour to find out more about gardening science. It was absolutely fantastic, as I really love science #Epic

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This is Green Fingered George Reporting back on Mossley Community Centre’s Horticulture Show

Posted on 25/09/2016 by greenfingeredgeorge

I’ve had a busy week at school so it’s took me a while to write up last week’s event. and what a great event it was. The sun shone all day and it was top!

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RHS Tatton Park Flower Show here I come

Posted on 22/07/2016 by greenfingeredgeorge

Last year I had a fab time at RHS Tatton Park Flower Show and I’m sure this year will be fantatic too.

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