Preparations on site continue frantically today, despite the mixed weather, as everyone hurries towards the finishing post.
After a bright start the weather has deteriorated a bit today and I took refuge in the floral marquees in an attempt to get out of the wind and rain. The marquee's are always busy on Sunday as everyone unpacks but this year they seem to be extra busy as many of the exhibitors have come down a day early to beat the low-emission rules that apply to London during the week. Take note please Boris!
While there I chatted to Tony Devine of Devine nurseries who was busy arranging his dazzling display of chrysanthemums.
"Coming from the Hull area last year was a complete wash out for us with much of our stock was damaged in the bad weather. "Thankfully this year it's been much better and we've managed to create good display of both Chrysanthemums and also gladioli, which have really enjoyed the conditions in May and June. "We hope that by coming here we'll be able to make up some of the losses that we suffered during the floods."
Another exhibitor I chatted to (or rather I interrupted his well-earned tea break) was Aubrey Baker of Hopley's Plants. Their display of perennials reflects the changing way that we use plants in our back gardens now.
"Our display is divided in two with one half representing a cottagey display with lots of plants in pastel colours and the other something more modern with lots of grasses, bright perennials and contemporary materials. One plant that we're showcasing in the modern section is a new Heuchera 'Georgia Peach' with very bright pinkish red foliage, we're hoping that will be popular with gardeners because it makes a bold statement in the border."
One thing that really struck me was that the floral marquee's offer something for everyone. Whether you've got a large garden or just a windowsill for a houseplant, there is something for you, all despatched with friendly advice. I'll be chatting to some of the other exhibitors over the week so if there's anything you'd like to hear more about let me know.
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