The overall theme of the exhibit is edible plants and fungi (mushrooms, vegetables and herbs primarily) and wildflowers
Sainfoin is a wildflower with many beneficial properties including drought tolerance and benefits to pollinators. It also boosts nutrients in soil, making it a useful crop to sow prior to cereals and brassicas.
Growing mushrooms such as the grey oyster in beds alongside other plants can have mutual benefits. Mycelium improves soil quality which can lead to more bountiful yields of vegetables and flowers.
A pretty variety of pot marigold that is also useful to have in the veg patch. Pollinator friendly and edible flowers, they are also a great companion plant for beans as they help to lure aphids away.
Black peppermint is one of the many herbs included in the feature, this is an example of a different variety of a herb many of us are familiar with. Experimenting with different varieties is a nice way to add interest, it's also great for pollinators and the leaves have numerous edible applications.
Common medlar is perhaps an under-appreciated tree. There are many excellent qualities that make them a valuable addition to a garden. They are easy to grow, productive, pollinator-friendly, winter-fruiting.
The Royal Horticultural Society is the UK’s leading gardening charity. We aim to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place.
