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Bag of Remin RockdustWhen we ran the Association and had some stores sheds, one item we had that certainly seemed to be good for the soil and plants, was RockDust. Mined from Scottish quarries, this remarkable volcanic rock dust contains two thirds of all non-synthetic minerals known to man, and is a natural method of adding essential trace elements to your soil.

Whilst we no longer run the sheds, or the Association, we do get the occasional request asking if we know where to get it locally to Ilkley. Unfortunately we were the local suppliers for this area.

Now, all An Ilkley Gardener can suggest is have a look on Google for mail order firms that stock and delivery at a reasonable price.  We used to stock Seer brand, but Remin is basically the same stuff and

Good evening, I hope that as gardeners associations we can help each other out. I am Douglas McCowan the Chairman of Addingham Allotment & Gardeners association. On the 24th Oct we are holding a gardeners question time along with a swap and barter evening for plants/cutting/whatever.

To introduce a different prospective I wonder if you are able to get someone to come along and join the panel. I promise it will not be arduous and would be fun to hear how others in the area are getting on

Angus has now stepped down from the role of Show Secretary meaning the Association is looking for a new person (or perhaps some new people) to replace him. The committee have therefore arranged a meeting on Monday 14th October at 7.30pm in the meeting room at The Red Lion in Burley to explain what the role involves and discuss the various options available for the 2020 Show. The committee would delighted if you can spare the time to come along to find out how you can help. Put simply, no Show

Plant Hunter Fairs LogoEvery year we are thrilled at the number of clubs and societies making Plant Hunters’ Fairs a destination for their special day out either visiting by coach or in shared cars.

 

There is so much on offer. Each of our fairs is hosted by a great garden or countryside venue. In most cases, there is free entry to the plant fair or reduced entry prices to the garden with the plant fair included. Where an entrance fee is charged all of the entrance money you pay goes to the garden hosting the