GARDENERS who want to enjoy the fruits of their labours can pick up some tips thanks to a special weekend at garden centres in Hare Hatch and Spencers Wood.
Dobbies is holding Grow How sessions for all ages on March 2 and 3.
The first, on Saturday at 10.30am, will give tips to aspiring and seasoned gardeners showing how to make the most of outdoor and patio spaces by growing soft fruits such as strawberries, blueberries and blackberries. Dobbies’ experts will guide gardeners through the process of growing soft fruits, from prepping the garden with the right soil before planting, to caring for the young plants and harvesting the fruits when ripe.
Then, on Sunday morning, the Little Seedlings Club is for children aged four to 10, and includes an opportunity to participate in a strawberry growing activity, putting their newly acquired knowledge into practice.
Zoe Stanmore, Dobbies’ Horticultural Expert, said soft fruits are easy for gardeners of all abilities to grow.
“Soft fruits come in so many delicious varieties, and they can be grown in compact pots, so you don’t need a big space to start growing your own,” she explained.
“It’s not essential to have a large outdoor space – a pot in a well-lit space is ideal. Fertilise your soil correctly, and if you water and prune as and when needed, you can expect a good harvest.
“The Grow How session will also allow for customers to visit our Reading store and share any challenges they’ve had with growing their own, to get advice and feedback from our team.”
For additional information on free March sessions at Dobbies’ Reading store, visit: www.dobbies.com/events
