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"Oh, we do like to be beside the seaside!"

Gardening on the coast can be tricky, but it's a wonderful opportunity to get to know your environment and to make the most of your unique location, even if it's means more traditional planting of roses and vegetables are less of an option.

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What herbs grow in your garden?

This week we look at some wonderful herbal gardens to inspire your own plot. Enjoy the herb day at Falkland Palace on the 15th July, with  a great opportunity to learn more about herbs, and how they have been used throughout the ages.

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New gardens opening in July

If you can peel yourself away from your own garden, you'll find a hive of activity in gardens all across Scotland, and hitherto unseen gardens open their gates for the first time with Scotland's Gardens Scheme.

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A plethora of gardens

What makes a good day out for you? Fresh air and exercise?  Tea and cake? Well, you're in the right place, many of our group garden openings offer all that and more, have a look what's in store this July....

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West Leas garden in July

In July, we turn our attention to the hot house, with a growing supply of tomatoes and the wildflower bed, and the elegant planting.

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