Liz Knowles
Liz Knowles has been gardening in the Hockley Valley for more than 25 years.
The August Garden
Aug 9, 2010Each season in the garden is filled with anticipation and regret. Late summer is no exception. By Liz Knowles
The July Garden
Jul 12, 2010Despite the rain and wind, clematis, water lilies and primrose are thriving in July. By Liz Knowles
Colourful combinations in June
Jun 20, 2010Allium, clematis, orchids, peonies: in June the garden is full of colour and wonderful plant combinations! By Liz Knowles
Spring’s challenge is just keeping pace!
May 27, 2010May is busting out all over and Liz Knowles is racing to keep up!
A perplexing spring still produces blooms
May 13, 2010In this perplexing spring, daphnes appear on time. And others? Well, there are a few surprises.
Lilies and Hellebores: early bloomers
Apr 22, 2010Liz Knowles pays tribute to the unsung early bloomers: lilies and hellebores.
Harbingers of Spring
Apr 16, 2010Snowdrops are another one of my passions. There is no better harbinger of spring. By Liz Knowles
Bang! Spring arrives early
Apr 7, 2010GARDENING AT LARKSPUR HOLLOW — A relatively mild winter and this week’s record breaking temperatures have brought everything on in the garden in a rush. By Liz Knowles
Your Own Glass House: Home Greenhouse
Mar 22, 2007Hockley Valley gardener Liz Knowles offers the following advice for making the most of your own greenhouse.
Summer Prelude
Mar 21, 2005Before June’s big show, spring’s late bloomers provide a dazzling warm-up act.