The Pleasure of Houseplants – A Garden Knowledge Boost Talk

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The Pleasure of Houseplants – A Garden Knowledge Boost Talk

September 20, 2024 @ 10:15 am - 12:15 pm

house plants
£22.00

Houseplants come in many shapes and sizes, but there is often a myth that they are hard to care for. Horticulturalist Simon Lord will dispel any houseplant fears in this talk, sharing his knowledge and expertise on choosing the right plants, how to care for them so that they thrive, and his propagation tips and tricks.

Indoor growing doesn’t have to be difficult, and expert and enthusiast Simon Lord will dispel the myths and teach you all you need to know when it comes to selecting the right houseplants for your home, how to care for them so that they thrive, and how to propagate them so you can multiply your stocks.

Simon’s talk, interspersed with helpful demonstrations, will give you confidence to expand your houseplant collection and bring the joy of growing into your home.

Subjects Covered:

– The various types of houseplants available
– Choosing the right plants for your home
– Care, including watering, feeding, repotting
– Houseplant propagation
– Expected life in the home of various plants
– Grouping and displaying

Who is the talk for?

The talk is for everyone, whether you are a houseplant beginner or enthusiast. If you think that growing indoor plants seems difficult and mysterious you are especially welcome.

By the end of the talk you will:

– be inspired to try more indoor growing
– have learned how to look after houseplants with confidence

The Tutor:

Simon Lord is a qualified horticulturist with over 40 years of experience as a nursery man, and the owner of Lords Horticulture, with Hampton Court Palace amongst his many customers.

Simon’s early training was in houseplant production and indoor plants have become a hobby and a passion. He currently has more than 30 plants in his home and is always trying to find room for more!

The Venue:

Old Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in the new Sussex Garden School Studio within the grounds of Old Barn.

Tickets:

Standard Ticket £22

What’s Included:

  • A 90 minute talk by a gardening expert
  • Refreshments

Date, Time and Venue:

Friday 20th September 2024
10.15am – 12.15pm
Old Barn Nurseries, Worthing Road, Dial Post, Horsham, RH13 8NR

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 the talk you will receive another email, giving directions and joining instructions – again, please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us.

Other Garden Knowledge Boost Talks at Sussex Garden School…..

Boost your garden knowledge with professional tips from our horticulture & design experts. Our Garden Knowledge Boost series of 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 can find details of all our Garden Knowledge Boost Talks here.

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