On 07/01/2010 05:02 PM, Sacha wrote:
On 2010-07-01 14:45:49 +0100, Judith in France
said:

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On Jun 20, 12:26 pm, Gopher wrote:
Hello Sacha,

Have just come across the article on Hill House Nursery in the July RHS
"The Garden" magazine. I must try to ensure that my wife doesn't see it
otherwise she'll be off down the A303/38 like a rocket, but I suspect it
will be a losing battle.

As I've been away for a couple of weeks it may be that this has already
been the subject of an earlier thread; if so, please excuse me.

Congratulations to you, Ray and Matthew! It's a very interesting article
with beautiful illustrations and Hill House looks absolutely super.
Obviously Roy Lancaster was greatly enamoured of it. I suspect your tea
sales may increase accordingly :-))
--
Gopher .... I know my place!

I echo your words, what a stunning article and Hill House deserves
every word, well done Sacha, Ray and Family. Now a little matter to
discuss dear Friend, would the Weigelia survive here if I put it in a
sheltered position, I love it, it is stunning. I will be in the UK
soon so could have it delivered to Fio's?

Neither of us has gardened in such extreme temps so can only say that
it's said to be hardy to Zone 6 which is temps to - 23 It grows very
large so apart from anything else, I think snow weight would damage its
branches. OTOH, it's easily kept to the desired size if cut back after
flowering. Many thanks for the kind words (and the emails to the
Nursery) from so many people. It's all down to Ray and Matthew, really
- they're the engine drivers. ;-)

Just saw this thread and want to add a belated congratulations Sacha,
and of course to the whole family. A lovely article!

I'd love to grow the Weigelia too, and I've got a nice place for it I
think. Will you ship to Normandy?

Bravo!

-E