Are you wondering what you can do to adapt your garden to the increasing pressures of climate change and periods of drought? In this Gardening Talk, award winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick explores key climate resilient plants and practices that will stand the test of time.

Subjects covered:

• Planning for the future and understanding key changes we are likely to face
• Gardening practices to consider for future resilience
• Keri’s top plants to help navigate climate change and stand the test of time

Who is the talk for?

For those who are climate and sustainability aware, and are thinking about gardening for the future.
Beginner and experienced gardeners alike.

By the end of the talk you will have:

• An understanding of what to expect from our gardens in the future and how we can plan now to promote resilience in our gardens and plants.
• A list of our favourite plants to cope with climate change

The Tutor:

Keri Fitzpatrick studied garden and landscape design at the University of Brighton, and has exhibited at RHS Hampton Court as well as Gardener’s World Live.  Keri has travelled extensively and brings this experience to her garden planting and inspiration.

The Venue:

Old Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’.

What’s Included?

• A 90 minute talk by a gardening expert
• 20% Off  Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk

Talk Overview:

Wednesday 23rd July 2025
1.00pm – 2.30pm
Old Barn Nurseries, Worthing Road, Dial Post, Horsham, RH13 8NR

Tickets:

Standard Ticket £25

But why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 23rd July?
‘Pollinator-Planting for butterflies, bees & bats’ in the morning, followed by lunch, and ‘Gardening for a Changing Climate’ in the afternoon.
We have discounted tickets available if coming for the full day, £40 (Early Bird ticket) and £45 (Standard ticket) – full day tickets include a sandwich lunch.
You will find more information about full day tickets here.

What Next?

Once you have booked, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us.

About 2 weeks before your course, you will receive another email, giving directions and joining instructions – again, please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us.

Other Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:

Boost your garden knowledge with professional tips from our horticulture & design experts. Our Gardening Talks are packed with insights gained from years of creating and planting gardens of all kinds. Whatever your garden problem, we have the solutions! Join us for just a morning ‘info-burst’ or relax into a whole day of learning with lunch to sustain you. You will find details of all our upcoming Gardening Talks here.

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