Event

Talk

What are National Plant Collections and why do they matter?


Gill Groombridge, Business Manager; Vicki Cooke, Conservation Manager; and Jonathan Sheppard, National Collection Holder of Cosmos will talk all about plant conservation and the National Plant Collections.

Gill Groombridge, Business Manager, will give a brief introduction on Plant Heritage and our vital work in conserving our rich garden flora for today and tomorrow

Vicki Cooke, Conservation Manager talking about the National Plant Collections and why they matter.  

Jonathan Sheppard will tell all about his journey as a National Collection Holder. His colourful Cosmos can be excellent addition to a summer border.  Despite not having a horticultural background, Jonathan’s collection has blossomed and has sustainability at its heart. He uses peat-free, homemade compost, harvested rainwater, no insecticides and encourages wildlife into the garden, even when it makes growing flowers challenging. It’s a true ‘collection of the future’

Come and listen in - we'd love to discuss how we can work together with you.

the Landscape Show is open on 28 and 29 September with a range of exhibitors and speakers.  Find out more here: https://www.landscapeshow.co.uk/

Event Start Date 28 September 2022 10.30am
Event End Date 28 September 2022 12.00pm
Cost Register here: https://www.landscapeshow.co.uk/
Event Location The Landscape Show
NEC - Birmingham
B40 1NT

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