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Gardeners' Corner: Gorgeous gourds, Herbaceous borders at Castlewellan arboretum and organic growing

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28/10/2023

Gorgeous gourds, Herbaceous borders at Castlewellan arboretum and organic growing

BBC Radio Ulster - Gardeners' Corner, Gorgeous gourds, Herbaceous borders at Castlewellan arboretum and organic growing

Helen Mark inspects a herbaceous border in Co Down, pretty pumpkins and stunning squash.

Frank and Linda McCooke give Mary Doris a guide to all things gourd - do you know your Crown Prince from your Gem? David Lindsay offers advice on organic growing in Co Down.

Helen Mark presents this week's edition of Gardeners' corner. 
She takes a trip to the Arboretum at Castlewellan Forest Park to oversee the work on the herbaceous borders.
Frank and Linda McCooke give Mary Doris a masterclass in all things gourd - from Crown Prince to Munchkins, how to grow and what to cook.
David Lindsay from Picked Organic on why he decided to give the good life a go. 
Expert Ann Fitzsimmons joins Helen in studio to answer listeners questions. Email any time gardenerscorner@bbc.co.uk

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