Gemma Sturges
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Gemma Sturges, Kitchen Garden Supervisor at Audley End House and Gardens, has been working at Audley End since 2011.
Beginning with a placement as an English Heritage trainee she subsequently gained skills, knowledge and experience in heritage gardening and the management of historic kitchen gardens. Since then, she has climbed the ladder to Gardener, Senior Gardener and current position to Kitchen Garden Supervisor. Alongside working with flowers, fruit and vegetables she has a keen interest in the organic principles of horticulture, in particular soil management. She is also keen to promote the significance of historic interpretation and the development of heritage gardening skills in a public settling utilising traditional and forward-thinking techniques.
New year, new garden, new trends!
We’re through the garden gate into 2023, with a host of gardening trends blooming throughout the country. From house plants reaching dizzying heights of popularity, to the colour of the year ‘Viva Magenta’, read on for our full list of trends.
To get up close and personal with fresh garden inspiration, new plants, the latest gardening kit and more, join us in 2023.
Colour of the Year 2023
Hand-picked by Pantone, the colour of the year has been named as ‘Viva Magenta.
Pantone describe the colour as ‘brave and fearless, and a pulsating colour whose exuberance promotes a joyous and optimistic celebration, writing a new narrative.’
Discover a world of colour and scent in the stunning Floral Marquee, bursting with award-winning nurseries and display.
Sustainable gardening
Whilst your garden might seem to already be very green, it can always be greener!
Discover ways you can make gardening more sustainable, like upcycling common items to make stylish features. What was a pallet, hessian bags, bits of pipe, and tin cans, could become a planter, grow bags, water features, and wildlife habitats.
Be inspired by the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine editorial team as they’re joined by experts to give tips and advice.
Grow your own food
Looking to go from soil to supper this year? Get brilliant advice from the National Allotment Society at the event.
Peat-free gardening
Learn about the latest peat-free compost from exhibitors who can offer face-to-face advice.
Indoor gardening
Foliage doesn’t just belong outside – bring nature indoors and be inspired by the Houseplant Hub.
Mindful gardening
Beautiful Borders returns with this year’s theme ‘My Garden Escape’ to give you space savvy ideas. |
Gardening on a budget
Discover different ways you can let your garden bloom under a tighter budget, with advice from expert gardeners.
Fermented foods
Visit the BBC Good Food Summer Show (with free entry with your ticket!) and discover the latest foodie trends.
Feeling inspired? Find out what else is happening at BBC Gardeners’ World Live this June!