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Celebrity gardeners galore at the NEC
03/06/09
The NEC in Birmingham may be the place to be for budding gardeners to pick up tips and receive advice from well-known experts.BBC Gardeners' World Live and the BBC Summer Good Food Show will both open at the location next week with a packed line-up of famous faces.
On June 10th, green-fingered celebrities such as Monty Don, James Wong, Toby Buckland, Adam Pasco, Kevin Smith, Pippa Greenwood, Alys Fowler and Jekka McVicar will all be there offering words of wisdom.
Former model Twiggy will also be making an appearance on June 11th in a special ceremony where she will have a rose named after her.
According to organisers, more than 25 show gardens will illustrate what home owners can do with outdoor spaces of all different shapes and sizes.
Meanwhile, there will also be the latest-high tech gadgets, gizmos and other products on show - from lawnmowers and tools to ornaments and furniture.
Tickets for the occasion are on sale now.
