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Berrington's little gardeners: plant a seed

Pot up your very own pumpkin or sunflower seed to take home with you.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us in the potting shed for a self-led seed planting activity. Chose either a pumpkin or sunflower seed and pot it up with the soil and pots provided. This activity will include some advice you can take home with you about looking after your new plant.

We’d love to see how your plant’s getting on; tag us in your photos on social media and we’ll share your progress (@NTBerrington).

Seeds, compost and pots are provided. This activity is free, normal admission applies.

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