Our Events and Horti Marketing Manager, Jemima Bowker has been gardening for a few years now, and her perspective on the floral world is shared by many a beginner gardener.

That’s why this week’s ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ is dedicated to the 12 flowers that are absolutely essential for newcomers to gardening. From the fast growers to the fragrant showstoppers, this episode is brimming with simple, easy to grow and wholeheartedly rewarding varieties.

In this episode, discover:

• The beauty of sowing Calendulas in gutters for prolific growth from a charming cut-and-come-again flower
• Linaria Sweeties’ instant impact with their staggering rate of growth and fantastic vase life
• Why Scabiosa Black Cat holds a special place in Jemima’s list, with its long flowering period and appeal for pollinators
• How best to treat Icelandic Poppies for a sprinkling of saturation which will last all summer

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