Thursday, 09 September 2010

Growing for showing - Prize chrysanthemums

Rod Holmes, of Kendal Attention to detail is the key to producing spectacular prize chrysanthemums, David Haigh learns from a champion grower based in Kendal Rod Holmes of Kendal was a keen sportsman who loved playing and winning at cricket and football. That was 35 years ago before a serious illness resulted in open heart surgery. Ever since then, his competitive spirit has been channelled into growing and showing chrysanthemums.