00:01A new home for Liverpool's botanical collection is set to be created, aiming to keep it in
00:06the city. Liverpool City Council says work will begin to refurbish the Peach House Greenhouse
00:11at Crocsouth Hall's walled gardens after securing funding from the National Lottery
00:15Heritage Fund. Concerns had been raised about the future of the collection three years ago.
00:21The nationally recognised collection, dating back more than 200 years, includes rare and
00:26exotic species. Officials say the project will protect the plants, support education and
00:31boost tourism. The council will work with partners, including National Museums Liverpool. Some
00:38risk remains that weather could delay completion.
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