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The joys of tending to stunning dahlias and rare hen breeds with Arthur Parkinson - Episode 189
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Arthur Parkinson may be a wonderful champion for the portable nature of the potted urban garden, but it’s an exciting prospect that he has the opportunity to grow on some new land in Gloucestershire.
Between the rare breeds of hen and the lovely collection of dahlias that he’s built up, this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ should inspire anyone looking to keep either some delightful poultry or radiant flowers alike.
In this episode, discover:
- Arthur’s experience in Gloucester, and how he came to find the land he’s on
- The lovely, rare breeds of hen that he’s rearing to keep the poultry gene pool thriving
- How Arthur’s got some gorgeous dahlias blooming in spite of such wet ground, with inspiring ideas for standout varieties
Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest
Products mentioned:
Dahlia 'Rip City': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-rip-city
Dahlia 'Verrone's Obsidian': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-verrones-obsidian
Dahlia 'Tartan': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-tartan
Dahlia 'Irish Pinwheel':https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-irish-pinwheel
Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com
Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu
Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/
Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest
254 episodes
Manage episode 439522472 series 2863077
Arthur Parkinson may be a wonderful champion for the portable nature of the potted urban garden, but it’s an exciting prospect that he has the opportunity to grow on some new land in Gloucestershire.
Between the rare breeds of hen and the lovely collection of dahlias that he’s built up, this episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ should inspire anyone looking to keep either some delightful poultry or radiant flowers alike.
In this episode, discover:
- Arthur’s experience in Gloucester, and how he came to find the land he’s on
- The lovely, rare breeds of hen that he’s rearing to keep the poultry gene pool thriving
- How Arthur’s got some gorgeous dahlias blooming in spite of such wet ground, with inspiring ideas for standout varieties
Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest
Products mentioned:
Dahlia 'Rip City': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-rip-city
Dahlia 'Verrone's Obsidian': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-verrones-obsidian
Dahlia 'Tartan': https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-tartan
Dahlia 'Irish Pinwheel':https://www.sarahraven.com/products/dahlia-irish-pinwheel
Get in touch: info@sarahraven.com
Shop on the Sarah Raven Website: http://bit.ly/3jvbaeu
Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahravensgarden/
Order Sarah’s latest books: https://www.sarahraven.com/gifts/gardening-books?sort=newest
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