This village institution has been in existence since 1980 and aims to promote an interest in horticulture through talks, demonstrations, visits and other activities. Membership is £20 pa. The group meets monthly at Rode Village Hall at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome. There are discounts available with Suttons Seeds and Prior Park Garden Centre.
Programme for 2024
15th Jan Speaker: Neil Ross – Pruning masterclass
12th Feb Speaker: Derek Dexter – Fuchsias-my way
11th March (AGM) Speaker: Gill Hazell – Classic and unusual bulbs
8th April Speaker: Carrie Pakenham – Herbs – cultivation and use
13th May 2.30pm Visit: Forest Lodge Wincanton
10th June 6.30pm Visit: Milton Lodge Gdns, Wells
8th July 2.30pm Visit: Wellfield Barn, Wells
12th Aug 6.30pm Visit: The Hayes, Newton St Loe
9th Sept 9.00 am Visit: RHS Wisley, Surrey
14th Oct Speaker: Mick Little – Trees, shrubs, rhododendrons
11th Nov Speaker: Terry Morrow – Pictorial tour, gardens of Japan
9th Dec Social Event
Contact: rodeanddistrictgardeningclub@outlook.com
Averil Morrow (secretary) 01373 830686