Bud vase Flower Holder

A modern take on a classic test tube rack

Made from painted and waxed pine includes 3 glass cylinders.  Available from the "shop" page of my website £30.  Free local delivery 

Dimensions 25x12x9cm

 

Oak Shelf

I've made these Oak shelves from repurposed oak with aluminium brackets.  Great for outdoors or inside above a sink or bath.  Shown here in a bathroom setting.

Available via the "Shop" page of my website.  £30 each with free local delivery.

Dimensions 60x14 cm (approximately)

Christmas Mantle

 

Ready for the yuletide holidays!  

Christmas Gnomes

Christmas Gnomes

They look a bit grumpy!  These are vintage, had them for many years. 

Christmas Fare at Harborough Nurseries

A few weeks ago I had a table at the annual Christmas Fare at Harborough Nurseries. The Thorn, Guestling Green, Hastings, East Sussex.

A great weekend was had by all with lots to see and buy. Vintage clothing, art, homewares, food and items for the home and garden.  

Here are some of the items that I had on sale.  I use found, recycled, new and repurposed materials to make planters, auricula theatres and much more for the home and garden.    All items are available on the "Shop" page of my website.  www.baverstockgardens.com

Local free delivery.

 

Christmas Wreath

 A wreath for the front door.  Made with a moss ring, pine cones, red twigs, mushrooms and berries.

London Wildlife Friendly Garden

A small London garden design to maximize planting space and provide a wildlife-friendly environment.  Includes a circular pond with gravel beach, a hawthorn, amelanchier and betula trees

 

Mini Auricula / Plant Theatre

 

 

Mini Auricula / Plant theatre.  Hand made from re-purposed oak. These theatres can be used indoors or outside in the garden.  Prices start from £125.  Local free delivery within Hastings East Sussex.

Available via my shop @ www.baverstockgardens also available @waterworks_plant_co Hastings.  

Oak wall Planters

Oak wall planters for indoors or outside.  These are now available to order on the 'Shop' page of my website at www.baverstockgardens.com

Angel's Trumpets

Angel's Trumpets or Brugmansia adds drama and fragrance to the summer garden.  Fast growers, easy to propagate and have fragrant tropical blooms for several weeks at a time.  Typically overwintered in a greenhouse this plant can be hardy here on the South Coast if given the right protection.

Part of the nightshade plant family, these plants are considered toxic so be cautious if using around children and pets.

Cuckmere River, Alfriston East Sussex

Lovely walk along the Cuckmere River at Alfriston.  Places to visit. Much ado Books, Alfriston Clergy House (closed temporarily) Hand Spun Botanics and The Shot Coffee House

Blooming Orchid

Phalaenopsis or Moth orchid.  These plants are so rewarding when they bloom.  Blooms last for weeks and the plant needs minimal care.  They like an an east facing window sill, cool nights and warmer days, water once a week by plunging the pot into a basin of water and allow to soak for about ten mins then drain and pop back on the windwo sill. (Orchids prefer 'soft' water so allow the water to to sit for an hour or two before using) fertilize when the plant is not flowering.

 

Auricula / Plant Theatre

Indoor or Outdoor use

Oak plant theatres in three sizes.  Designed for outdoor use but easily used inside too.  These can be made to your exact measurements as well as bespoke plant theatre projects.  Here are three sizes currently available.  Dimensions are approximate, price does not include shipping.  Contact me at www.baverstockgardens.com for more information.

Large £225.00 (54x94x15cm).   

Medium £175.00 (52 x70x15cm)

Small £125.00 (34x44x15cm)

Large Oak Plant Theatre

Small Oak Plant Theatre

 

Oak Flower holders

Oak flower holders. Made from oak and recycled bottles.  Either three or five bottles.  For more information regarding pricing and availbilty please contact me via www.baverstockgardens.com. 

Auricula / Plant Theatre

 

Bespoke Auricula / Plant theatres made to your requirements. Starting at £150.  Can be painted to your colour of choice.

For information about delivery, shipping and availability please contact me at baverstockgardens.com

Leaf Cutting Bee

Leaf Cutter Bee in action.

This solitary bee uses cut leaves to line its nest with.  Amazing how fast they can cut the leaf and fly-off with it, fascinating to watch!  

These bees are great pollinators for the garden. Let them have a few leaves and enjoy! 

Indoor Plant Theatre

I've made this indoor plant theatre using a vintage frame and making a simple shadow.  This is great way to showcase a special plant or plant collection.   

Allotment Pond

Installing a pond on your allotment is relatively easy, looks good, encourages wildlife and can be completed within a day.

I used a preformed 140-litre plastic pond liner for my allotment.

Find a shelterd spot away from heavily used paths and in a sunny position
Place gravel and stones in the bottom of the pond.
Add water plants to help oxygenate the water and provide shade.   Placing a waterlily in the pond will help keep the water clear.
Always make sure that smaller animals who may fall into the pond have an escape route.  Provide stepping stones, a beach area, branches or small ramp.

For more information here's a link to the RHS page regarding wildelife ponds

https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?PID=622
 

Straw Bale Gardening

Using straw bales to make raised planting beds.  I first heard of this many years ago and thought this year I'd give it a go.  There's a bit of prep to do before planting as the bales need to be "seasoned" for a couple of weeks before you do.  The bales will break down over time and can then be used to mulch other planting areas.

Place the bales cut side up.  Soak the bales with water over several days.  Add a layer of compost and some vegan/organic fertiliser.

Add plants!

Any type of straw can be used but Wheat and Barley are preferred.

I purchased my bales from a local farm here in Hastings, East Sussex

Recycled Oak Planters

Small and medium planters I’ve made from weathered oak planks.

Recycled oak flower holder

Made of recycled weathered oak planks and repurposed bottles.  This is perfect for displaying singles blooms or groups of different flowers and stems.

The flowers are Hesperus matronalis ‘Alba’. Lovely night scented flowers.  Perfect for pollinators, self seeds, hardy.

Vegan friendly/Peat Free Growing media

Veganic gardening is becoming much more popular.  I've been gardening veganically for many years.

Homemade compost is the best but not always available when you need it.  This company actually lists that it is 'Suitable for Vegans'






https://www.melcourt.co.uk/products/gardener/peat-free-composts

MULTI-PURPOSE COMPOST WITH ADDED JOHN INNES

• Superb quality, 100% peat-free compost as used by professionals
• With added sterilised loam
• Suitable for a wide range of garden applications including potting-on, planting out and as a growing bag
• Available in 50L bags and 15L carry packs
• Suitable for vegans
• RHS Endorsed

New purpose for vintage galvanised poultry feeders

I've made hanging planters using old galvanised poultry feeders and waterers.  This is very simple to do.  Some sturdy chain, a few S hooks and a drill.  These can be used indoors or outside.  If using them outside its best to add some drainage holes.