Dandelions are one of my most treasured of wild flowers. They bring a ray of golden sunshine to my garden on a dull day and attract a wide variety of beneficial insects. The whole plant, including the; roots, leaves and…
Our Respiratory Ward forms part of our physic garden and includes the following plants: Verbascum thapsus (Mullein) Elecampane (Inula helenium) is an herb that has been used to treat coughs associated with bronchitis, asthma, and whooping cough. Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)…
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Our Gastroenterology Ward forms part of our physic garden and includes the following plants: Monarda didymus (Red Bergamot) Black Horehound (Ballota nigra) is an herb that has properties for treating nausea and vomiting. Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is a hybrid plant that…
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Plants in our wellness clinic and pharmacology beds are part of our physic garden and include the following plants: Hypericum perforatum (St John’s Wort) Feverfew (Tanacefum parthenium) is a flowering plant in the daisy family. This medicinal plant is traditionally…
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Our Musculoskeletal Ward forms part of our physic garden and includes the following plants: Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale) is a plant that is used to provide relief from pain and inflammation of acute gout and rheumatism. Comfrey…
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Our Women's Health bed forms part of our physic garden and includes the following plants: Alchemilla vulgaris (Lady’s Mantle) Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis) is a plant that has been used to relieve cramps, treat irregular menstrual cycles, infrequent periods, premenstrual…
Due to the current COVID 19 coronavirus situation, We have suspended the group volunteering sessions and we have been advised to close the Leaf Room, Toilet and Poly Tunnel. The garden itself is open, current guidelines are that non essential…
A reminder that we are running our photo competition again this year - we would love to see photos taken throughout the year - of the garden visitors, events, wildlife, weather, vegetables... Photos will appear in our 2020 calendar. The…
We are delighted to unveil our new logo, by Moorcroft designer Emma Bossons. Emma's design perfectly portrays our aim of gardening within a natural setting, providing solace for our volunteers and visitors. Taking inspiration from our garden mosaic, the central…
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