Perfect planting times

The tradition of the old gardeners seems to have been lost in recent times but at Long Barn we try to preserve and reintroduce some of those important traditions. Early winter is an excellent time to plant trees and shrubs in the garden and this includes lavender. We have a wide range of lavender varieties available, plus fruit trees where some of the ‘heritage’ varieties of apple are on offer as half-standards, step-overs, ‘U’ cordons and espaliers. Grown locally, these trees are of excellent quality. November is the best time to plant tulip bulbs and we have chosen some of the very best including Vita Sackville-West’s favourite for the white garden, ‘White Triumphator’, old favourites such as ‘Carnaval de Nice’ and utterly delicious and flamboyant Parrot tulips such as ‘Blumex’ and Viridifloras. Also one we have planted widely at the barn, the lovely green-striped white ‘Spring Green’. If you need any help or advice do not hesitate to ask – we are here to help.