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Daffodil Society Show 2021 – Cancelled

Posted on February 25, 2021 by Editor

Following the publication of the UK Government’s roadmap out of lockdown  on the 22 February 2021, it is clear that the Birmingham Botanical Gardens is unable to host this year’s daffodil show and the Society is unable to organise it. … Continue reading →

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Wessex Group Annual Show 2021 – Confirmation of Cancellation

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Editor

Derek Phillips, Chair of the Daffodil Society – Wessex Group has confirmed that it will not be possible to hold the Group’s Annual Show this year. The show next year will take place at Henton, Somerset on Sunday 10th April … Continue reading →

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Daffodil Society Journal 2021

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Editor

This has just been published and features articles that include experienced grower and expert exhibitor Ken Harrop writing about the trials and tribulations of growing daffodils, a selection of the Committees favourite daffodils (why not send in your two favourites?), … Continue reading →

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Daffodil Society AGM 7 March 2021

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Editor

Just a reminder that it is important for paid up members of the Daffodil Society who wish to attend this year’s AGM to register with Jeff English.   

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Lindley Library “A host of golden daffodils” online exhibition

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Editor

  Discover more about the fascinating world of narcissi in the RHS Lindley Library’s new online exhibition. It will be available as an excluive preview for members from 25 February -11 March.  rhs.org.uk/digital-collections

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Daffodil Society show 17 & 18 April 2021- latest information

Posted on February 6, 2021 by Editor

The Daffodil Society Committee will consider plans for the show on February 24th following the Government’s review of lockdown. We will also need to have discussions with the host, Birmingham Botanical gardens. Watch this space!

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2021 RHS daffodil shows and competitions – latest information

Posted on February 6, 2021 by Editor

The following daffodil shows have been cancelled. Early Camellia competition, Rosemoor Daffodil competition, Hyacinth competition: 13&14 March, RHS Garden Rosemoor Early Daffodil competition: 30&31 March, RHS Garden Wisley Daffodil Show: 13&14 April, RHS Garden Wisley, Marquee on Wilsons Wood The … Continue reading →

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Mid-Southern Daffodil Group Disbanded

Posted on September 24, 2020 by Editor

The Mid-Southern Daffodil Group will be disbanded from 30th September 2020. Alex Burke and the Committee have taken this decision with reluctance. Please see the final Newsletter Here

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RHS Daffodil competitions & shows 2021

Posted on September 24, 2020 by Editor

The following dates had been released prior to Government Covid-19 restrictions issued on Tuesday 22 September and the suggestion that further restrictions may be in place for 6 months (Oct 2020-March 2021) Further posts will be added to this site … Continue reading →

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The Late Colin Gilman

Posted on July 22, 2020 by Editor

It is with sadness that we learn of the death of Colin Gilman on Tuesday 21 July 2020. It is believed that he died of pneumonia after a spell in hospital. Many will remember Colin as a most amiable but … Continue reading →

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