John Wood, Head Gardener at Hinton Ampner in Hampshire, shows us how to take stem cuttings in preparation for plant propagation. Get it right, and you'll guarantee next year's stock.
More videos from the Alitex Series: * How to sow seeds * How to lift and store dahlia tubers * How to pot bulbs for spring
Alitex Series Video: How to sow seeds
Head gardener at Hinton Ampner shows us how to sow seeds, a simple and economical way of raising new plants
Alitex Series Video: How to lift and store dahlia tubers
Head Gardener at Hinton Ampner in Hampshire shows us how to lift dahlias and store the tubers over winter.
Alitex Series Video: How to pot bulbs for spring
Head Gardener at Hinton Ampner in Hampshire shows us how to pot bulbs in preparation for early spring flowers next
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'To exist in this world relies on the hands of others': Roger Powell and modern British bookbindingAn exhibition on the legendary bookbinder Roger Powell reveals not only his great skill, but serves to reconnect us with the joy, power and importance of real craftsmanship.
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Spam: The tinned meaty treat that brought a taste of the ‘hot-dog life of Hollywood’ to war-weary BritainCourtesy of our ‘special relationship’ with the US, Spam was a culinary phenomenon, says Mary Greene. So much so that in 1944, London’s Simpson’s, renowned for its roast beef, was offering creamed Spam casserole instead.
