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<\/a>The collection \u2013 which includes products from Alitex Greenhouses, Crane Sheds, Gaze Burvill outdoor furniture, Oak Leaf Gates, Scotts of Thrapston Summerhouses and Westminster Stone – will be launched at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in May.<\/p>\n
The exhibition stand, which will also feature National Trust plants, has been designed by Louise Harries, graduate of the London College of Garden Design, who won a competition to design and build the stand.<\/p>\n
Wherever possible plants for the stand will be grown and supplied by the nurseries at the National Trust properties Lanhydrock and Killerton.<\/p>\n
Heritage Varieties<\/h2>\n
Heritage varieties are to be used where possible and this has proved quite a challenge, not least the hot weather bringing on all the plants and rabbits finding them very tasty! Medlar <\/strong><\/a>trees at the back of the stand are designed to reflect the orchards of the National Trust.<\/p>\n On winning the National Trust Garden Collection stand competition, Louise said: “To create a garden space showcasing the best in British design and craftsmanship for the National Trust at The Chelsea Flower Show; a great British institution, is a dream project for me. I’m thrilled to be a part of the team.”<\/p>\n Each item in the garden collection takes inspiration from the extensive gardens, buildings, collections and land in the National Trust\u2019s care and all are produced using traditional crafts and techniques.<\/p>\n For example, Scotts of Thrapston Summerhouses have based their licensed designs on outdoor structures cared for by the Trust, including the Whereas Gaze Burvill has concentrated on traditional wood crafts that can be seen at so many properties through the National Trust and using these have designed and produced garden furniture which is new and innovative, thereby creating heritage for future generations.<\/p>\n Phillippa Green, Brand Licensing Manager at the National Trust said, \u201cWe are delighted to be working with such an amazing group of companies who share our passion for the National Trust and its principles and who are working collaboratively in order to support the charity so effectively.\u201d<\/p>\n Garden Furniture<\/strong> by Gaze Burvill<\/a> Greenhouses<\/strong> by Alitex<\/a> Sheds<\/strong> by Crane Sheds and Summerhouses<\/a> Stone Paving<\/strong> by Westminster Stone<\/a> Summerhouses<\/strong> by Scotts of Thrapston<\/a> Wild Bird Care<\/strong> by Wildlife Habitats<\/a> Wooden Gates<\/strong> by Oak Leaf Gates<\/a> RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2011<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n The Common Medlar<\/strong><\/a> – Discover more about this strange fruit which has been used in Britain since medieval times.<\/p>\n<\/a>British suppliers<\/h2>\n
Turning Table\/Seat Set made from English FSC Sweet Chestnut from a wood in Herefordshire.<\/p>\n
Seven greenhouse designs inspired by gardens cared for by the National Trust, including Hidcote Manor Garden and Scotney Castle.<\/p>\n
Three traditional shed designs inspired by design influences from a number of properties in East Anglia, including Felbrigg Hall and Sheringham Park.<\/p>\n
A range of paving inspired by traditional designs examples of which can be found within many properties cared for by the National Trust with a contemporary flavour.<\/p>\n
Two summerhouse designs based on structures in the Trust\u2019s care; The Writers Retreat (George Bernard Shaw\u2019s summerhouse) and The Reading Room (summerhouse belonging to Virginia Woolf).<\/p>\n
A range of bird boxes, bird feeders, bird tables, wild animal habitats and wild bird food made from sustainable materials to encourage wildlife to visit your garden.<\/p>\n
A range of traditionally crafted contemporary design wooden garden gates made from British FSC oak.<\/p>\nMore information<\/strong><\/h2>\n