We have tried to be careful with our members in these testing times but we also like to bring you all some cheer. When we briefly popped out of the astringent rules of lockdown and just before we all fell off another cliff, the VPA were able to organise a mini Christmas event in the car …
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PLANNNG YOUR VEGETABLE GARDEN FOR NEXT YEAR
It seems a little premature to be thinking about Spring when we are scarcely into Autumn but as most of us were caught out by strange circumstances that hit us all in March of this year, perhaps some forward planning is a good idea.
Coronavirus
An update on how the coronavirus outbreak is affecting the VPA, including some practical suggestions for children stuck at home: VPA Store We have reluctantly decided, for the safety and well-being of our customers and volunteers, that our Garden Store should not be open for a while during this unprecedented time. However, we shall try …
New Greener Gaddesden Page on Website
Little Gaddesden Parish Council are keen to try to reduce our village’s carbon footprint, including the use of plastic etc. The VPA are ahead of the game – for once! – and we have had a gardening sustainability policy for some time. It influences our store purchasing and our future programme of workshops, so we …
Bubbles and Bulbs Event
Join us at our annual Autumn Bubbles and Bulbs Event in October. Flowering bulbs, planted in autumn, will flower in spring and early summer. Our collection of bulbs are top quality and provide excellent value. The date of this event is yet to be finalised and is subject to the arrival of the bulbs. (This …