The green and rolling countryside of Worcestershire, England, is home to the cider apple orchards which surround the gardens of Pear Tree Cottage. They enjoy a sunny south westerly aspect with sweeping views across to Martley Hillside, Woodbury and Abberley clock tower. The Teme Valley lies just over the hill and, not far away, is the Herefordshire border. Although our climate is temperate, our seasons are often uncertain and always a challenge to a gardener! This began in 2010 & follows the weekly ups and downs of garden work chronicling both successes and failures but, above all, demonstrates the fun enjoyed by three people who regularly garden in all weathers

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07 February 2026

Galanthus Anniversary






This was a post from last year when my husband and I visited Ashwood. Here I am 12 months later wating for the gem that took his eye to bloom but no longer having the most wonderful husband by my side. I just could never have imagined not being able to share this little flower with him.

"7th February 2025 - It's always dangerous to visit Ashwood Nurseries, Gift Shop and Tea Room at this time of year!!

I'm no Galanthophile but 'Melanie Broughton' caught our eye with her broad leaves, elegant long stem & standing head & shoulders above her fellow blooms. After talking to the expert who propagated her, she came home with us! Interestingly she was found at Anglesey Abbey in 1998."


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