I’m happy to report that I exercised a lot of self-discipline last weekend - although in saying that, I could flip the whole story and say I’m disappointed in myself for not walking away from the Plant Lovers Fair with a van load of plants! But then I can justify it by saying that I had my friend Jimmy’s lounge in the back of my van because I’m helping him move, which prevented me from gathering buggy load after buggy load of plants and loading up big time…Suffice to say, the Plant Lovers Fair last weekend was two days of plant frothing and talking about what we all love.

Jane tours a stunning country garden, Jerry curbs useful but vigorous plants, Clarence showcases potted features, Millie pots up a bay tree and Guest Presenter Jac Semmler shows how to design with plants by combining colours and form.

Guest Presenter Jac Semmler shows how to blend different plant colours and forms to create a dynamic and beautiful garden.

Millie shows how to pot up a bay tree.

This long-lived perennial will brighten any garden!

Trench composting is one of the easiest ways to turn garden and kitchen waste into organic gold!

Got lumps on your lilly pillies? Here’s what you can do.

Want a way to keep your shopping costs down? Grow your own veg!

Get your gardening plans in order for the weekend!