Norfolk grown trees selected for BBC Gardeners' World event
Multiple trees from Norfolk are being showcased at BBC Gardeners' World Live this month.
Seven small-leaved lime pleached trees have set off from Just Pleachy's nursery in Ormesby to appear at NEC Birmingham from June 12 to June 15.
Plant lovers can expect a day filled with garden inspiration, expert advice, shopping and live entertainment.
Seven lime trees are making their way to NCE Birmingham (Image: Rachel Laing) Founder of Just Pleachy, Rachel Laing, said: "It's a real honour to see trees pleached right here in Norfolk chosen for such a meaningful garden.
"We're proud to contribute to a space that highlights craftsmanship, ecology, and collaboration."
The "elegantly formed and nectar-rich blooms" will feature in the showcase garden - The Nectary, designed by Kate Patrick.
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The nursery built every pleaching frame in-house (Image: Rachel Laing) 'I wouldn't want to represent something I wouldn't use myself, Ms Patrick said. "I can't compromise on quality. These are real people and real businesses.'
The team at the Norfolk nursery prepared the trees and built each pleaching frame in-house in the distinctive Just Pleachy style.
Nursery manager, Chandler Harrod, said: "Our nursery team pleaches every tree with real care and attention.
"We're so proud to see our trees featured at Gardeners' World Live."
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