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SUMMARY:‘Re-Wild’ Your Garden - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover the principles of re-wilding and how you can give nature a hand by creating the right conditions in your own garden to support nature and wildlife. Juliet will be sharing her top tips on how to plant and garden for wildlife in your outdoor space. \nSubjects Covered:\n\nWhat is re-wilding?\nThe benefits of rewilding on wildlife\, nature\, humans and our environment.\nWhat makes a wildlife friendly garden?\nHow to re-wild in your own gardens\, including our Top 5 plants\nJuliet’s top tips for re-wilding a small space\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan understanding of what re-wilding actually is and the key principles of re-wilding\nan understanding on the benefits of re-wilding on wildlife\, nature\, humans and the environment\nunderstand how you can create a wildlife friendly garden\, and our top tips for achieving this.\na list of Juliet’s top wildlife friendly plants\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off  Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nRe-Wild Your Garden Talk Overview:\nWednesday 19th August 2026\n1.00pm – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talk?\n‘Making Hay – Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives’ in the morning and ‘Re-Wild Your Garden‘ in the afternoon.\nYou will find more information about full day from £30 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nShortly 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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. You will find details of all our talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/re-wild-your-garden-gardening-talk/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:How to Make a Wildflower Meadow PLUS 'Re-Wild' Your Garden - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:Making Hay! Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives (10.30am – 12Noon) and ‘Re-Wild’ Your Garden (1.00 – 2.30pm) \nMorning Talk – Making Hay! Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives\nDiscover sensational lawn alternatives to create a more natural and relaxed feeling in your garden\, whilst attracting pollinating insects and increasing bio- diversity. In this session Juliet will share her experiences and explain all you need to know about creating a meadow\, no matter how small in your garden\, our favourite and most reliable mixes to use and alternatives options to enhance your existing lawn. \nSubjects covered:\n\nWhat is meadow planting and the two main types of wild flower meadows.\nHow and when to prepare for planting a meadow.\nChoosing the right mix for your soil type and location\, and our favourite meadow mixes.\nOther lawn alternatives and enhancing your existing lawn.\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nUnderstanding of the types of wild flower meadows available and their benefits.\nUnderstanding of how and when to prepare and plant your meadow.\nJuliet’s Top 5 Meadow plants and favourite meadow mixes/ turfs.\nInspiration for other lawn alternatives or enhancing your existing lawn.\n\nAfternoon Talk – ‘Re-Wild’ Your Garden \nDiscover the principles of re-wilding and how you can give nature a hand by creating the right conditions in your own garden to support nature and wildlife. Juliet will be sharing her top tips on how to plant and garden for wildlife in your outdoor space. \nSubjects covered:\n\nWhat is re-wilding?\nThe benefits of rewilding on wildlife\, nature\, humans and our environment.\nWhat makes a wildlife friendly garden?\nHow to re-wild in your own gardens\, including our Top 5 plants\nJuliet’s top tips for re-wilding a small space\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan understanding of what re-wilding actually is and the key principles of re-wilding\nan understanding on the benefits of re-wilding on wildlife\, nature\, humans and the environment\nunderstand how you can create a wildlife friendly garden\, and our top tips for achieving this.\na list of Juliet’s top wildlife friendly plants\n\nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer and regular panelist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners Question Time\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\n– Two 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\n– 20% Off Lunch in the Café\n– 20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talks \nTalks Overview:\nWednesday 19th August 2026\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nIf you’d prefer to join one of these talks rather than both\, you can book individual talk tickets here: \nMaking Hay! Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives Talk – 10.30am to 12pm\n‘Re-Wild’ Your Garden Talk – 1pm to 2.30pm \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nShortly 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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. You will find details of all our talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/making-hay-meadow-planting-plus-re-wild-your-garden-gardening-talks/
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SUMMARY:How to Make a Wildflower Meadow - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover sensational lawn alternatives to create a more natural and relaxed feeling in your garden\, whilst attracting pollinating insects and increasing bio- diversity. In this session Juliet will share her experiences and explain all you need to know about creating a meadow\, no matter how small in your garden\, our favourite and most reliable mixes to use and alternatives options to enhance your existing lawn. \nSubjects Covered:\n– What is meadow planting and the two main types of wild flower meadows.\n– How and when to prepare for planting a meadow.\n– Choosing the right mix for your soil type and location\, and our favourite meadow mixes.\n– Other lawn alternatives and enhancing your existing lawn. \nWho is the talk for?\nBeginner and experienced gardeners alike \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n– Understanding the types of wild flower meadows available and their benefits.\n– Understand how and when to prepare and plant your meadow.\n– Juliet’s Top 5 meadow plants and favourite meadow mixes/ turfs.\n– Inspiration for other lawn alternatives or enhancing your existing lawn. \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners Question Time\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off  Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 19th August 2026\n10.30am – 12Noon\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talk?\n‘Making Hay Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives’ in the morning and ‘Re-Wild Your Garden’ in the afternoon.\nYou will find more information about full day from £30 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nShortly 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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. You will find details of all our talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/making-hay-meadow-planting-lawn-alternatives-gardening-talk/
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SUMMARY:Basics of Planting Design - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Talk Overview:\nAre you thinking about refreshing your borders but unsure about where to start? Come learn about the basic principles of planting design in this talk with award winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick. \nIntroduction\nDiscover the basics of planting design. In this session\, Keri will share design advice\, hints and tips on the basics of planting design\, and how to approach your plant choices\, their placement and how they interact with their surroundings. \nSubjects Covered:\n\nPlant selection and Understanding Plant Needs\nA brief look at design principles\nThe Concept of Plant Grouping\nSeasonality and Maintenance\nStructural Planting\nSustainability in Planting Design\n\nBy the end of this talk\, you’ll have a foundational understanding of how to approach planting design in a thoughtful and practical way. \nWho is the talk for?\nThis course for anyone who is an interest in the basic principles of planting design.\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutor:\nKerianne (Keri) Fitzpatrick is an experienced\, award-winning garden designer whose work is shaped by a rich background in art\, travel\, and design. She studied garden and landscape design at the University of Brighton and has created numerous show gardens\, including the Macmillan Cancer Support Legacy Garden at RHS Malvern. \nKeri comes from a background in luxury travel and hospitality\, and her love of travel and natural landscapes continues to inspire her — resulting in gardens that are both beautiful and deeply rooted in their surroundings. \nAlongside her design work\, Keri also works as a lead designer in Juliet’s studio and shares her passion and expertise as a tutor at The Sussex Garden School. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’ \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk with a gardening expert\n20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nTickets:\n\n\nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talk\n‘A Clay Soil Survival Guide’ in the morning and ‘Basics of Planting Design’ in the afternoon.\nYou will find more information about full day from £30 tickets here. \nWednesday 3rd June\n1.00 – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nShortly 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/basics-of-planting-design-gardening-talk/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:A Clay Soil Survival Guide PLUS Basics of Planting Design - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:A Clay Soil Survival Guide (10.30am – 12Noon) and Basics of Planting Design (1.00 – 2.30pm) \nMorning Talk – A Clay Soil Survival Guide\nIf heavy clay soil is the challenge in your garden – look no further! Juliet will explain how you can manage and improve your heavy clay soil and provide you with her top selection of plants that will thrive in clay soils. \nSubjects covered:\n\n Understanding clay soils\nHow to improve the structure of clay soils\nDo’s and don’ts in managing your clay soil\nSelecting plants that will thrive in clay soils\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\na good understanding of clay soil and its composition\na good understanding of how you can improve\, manage and work this type of soil in your garden\na list of key plants that will thrive in clay soils\n\nAfternoon Talk – Basics of Planting Design\nAre you thinking about refreshing your borders but unsure about where to start? Come learn about the basic principles of planting design in this talk with award winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick. \nSubjects covered:\n\nPlant selection and Understanding Plant Needs\nA brief look at design principles\nThe Concept of Plant Grouping\nSeasonality and Maintenance\nStructural Planting\nSustainability in Planting Design\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\nA foundational understanding of how to approach planting design in a thoughtful and practical way. \nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutors:\nMorning talk – Juliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer and regular panelist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners Question Time\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion.\nAfternoon talk – Kerianne (Keri) Fitzpatrick studied garden and landscape design at the University of Brighton\, and has exhibited at RHS Hampton Court and at Gardeners World Live\, where she was awarded a Gold Medal. She has a passion for travel and natural landscapes and draws on her vast range of travel experience for inspiration. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \n\nWhat’s Included:\n– Two 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\n– 20% off lunch at the café\n– 20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talks \nDate\, Time\, and Venue:\nWednesday June 3rd 2026\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nIf you’d prefer to join for one of these talks rather than both\, you can book individual talk tickets here:\nA Clay Soil Survival Guide– 10.30am to 12pm\nThe Basics of Planting Design– 1pm to 2.30pm \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nShortly 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School: \nBoost 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. You will find details of all our talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/a-clay-soil-survival-guide-plus-basics-of-planting-design-gardening-talks/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:A Clay Soil Survival Guide - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:If heavy clay soil is the challenge in your garden – look no further! Juliet will explain how you can manage and improve your heavy clay soil and provide you with her top selection of plants that will thrive in clay soils. \nSubjects covered:\n\nUnderstanding clay soils\nHow to improve the structure of clay soils\nDo’s and don’ts in managing your clay soil\nSelecting plants that will thrive in clay soils\n\nWho is the talk for?\nFor those who have heavy clay soils\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n– a good understanding of clay soil and its composition\n– a good understanding of how you can improve\, manage and work this type of soil in your garden\n– a list of key plants that will thrive in clay soils \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’ \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk with a gardening expert\n20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nTickets:\n\n\nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talk?\n‘A Clay Soil Survival Guide’ in the morning and ‘Basics of Planting Design’ in the afternoon.\nFull Day Tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nYou will find more information about full day from £30 tickets here. \nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 3rd June 2026\n10.30am – 12 Noon\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nShortly 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School: \nBoost 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. You will find details of all our talks here.
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SUMMARY:Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Explore how to achieve atmospheric and all year interest in your small space. In this session\, award winning designer Keri Fitzpatrick will share design advice\, hints\, and tips on how you can make the most of your small garden. \nSubjects covered:\n\nSite assessment overview\nDesign inspiration for small spaces\nPrivacy & screening solutions for a small space\nChoosing the right plants for a small space\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan understanding of how to choose the correct plants for your small garden\na list of plants that will create impact and interest but not outgrow their space\na list of plants that are suitable for the atmosphere that you want to create\n\n\nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Discount Off Plants voucher for use at Old Barn Garden Centre on the day of the talk \n\nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 22nd April 2026\n1.00pm – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Garden Centre\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talk?\n‘Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget’ in the morning\, followed by a break for lunch\, and ‘Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden’ in the afternoon.\nFind out more about full day from £30 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nShortly 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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. Find out about all our talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/design-and-planting-tips-for-a-small-garden-gardening-talk/
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SUMMARY:Creating & Planting a Garden on a Budget PLUS Design & Planting Tips for a Small Garden - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your gardening knowledge and join us for two talks with award-winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick\, and enjoy a complimentary lunch as part of the day. \nMorning Talk – Creating & Planting a Garden on a Budget\nDiscover how you can create and plant a beautiful garden on a budget… \nKeri will guide you through the process\, and shares her top tips and advice on selecting and combining materials and plants – all you need to be inspired to give it a go yourself. \nSubjects covered:\n\nGarden Inspiration and styles\nPractical and cost effective solutions to existing common problems\nMaterial selection – longevity and costs\nKey plants to consider for maximum interest\nPlant shopping for the budget conscious\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan overview of garden styles and key materials/ plants for the budget conscious.\nunderstand practical and cost effective solutions to existing common issues.\nhave an awareness of different types of materials\, their uses\, cost and longevity.\nunderstand how you can save money on plant purchases.\n\nAfternoon Talk – Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden\nExplore how to achieve atmospheric and all year interest in your small space. In this session\, Keri will share design advice\, hints and tips on how you can make the most of your small garden. \nSubjects covered:\n\nSite assessment overview\nDesign inspiration for small spaces\nPrivacy & screening solutions for a small space\nChoosing the right plants for a small space\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nAn understanding of how to choose the correct plants for your small garden\nA list of plants that will create impact and interest but not outgrow their space\nA list of plants that are suitable for the atmosphere that you want to create\n\nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome \nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Garden Centre is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\n\nTwo 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\n20% off lunch at the Café\n20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn Garden Centre on the day of the talks\n\nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 22nd April 2026\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Garden Centre\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nIf you’d prefer to join for one of these talks rather than both\, please follow these links for individual talk bookings: \n‘Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget’ 10.30am – 12pm\n‘Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden’ 1pm – 2.30pm \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 2 weeks before the talks\, you will receive another email\, giving directions and joining instructions – again\, please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 can find out about all of our gardening talks here!
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/creating-planting-a-garden-on-a-budget-plus-design-planting-tips-for-a-small-garden-gardening-talks/
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SUMMARY:Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can create and plant a beautiful garden on a budget…\nAward winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick will guide you through the process\, and share her top tips and advice on selecting and combining materials and plants – all you need to be inspired to give it a go yourself. \nSubjects covered:\n\nGarden Inspiration and styles\nPractical and cost effective solutions to existing common problems\nMaterial selection – longevity and costs\nKey plants to consider for maximum interest\nPlant shopping for the budget conscious\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan overview of garden styles and key materials/ plants for the budget conscious.\nunderstand practical and cost effective solutions to existing common issues.\nhave an awareness of different types of materials\, their uses\, cost and longevity.\nunderstand how you can save money on plant purchases.\n\nThe Tutor:\nKerianne (Keri) Fitzpatrick is an experienced\, award-winning garden designer whose work is shaped by a rich background in art\, travel\, and design. She studied garden and landscape design at the University of Brighton and has created numerous show gardens\, including the Macmillan Cancer Support Legacy Garden at RHS Malvern. \nKeri comes from a background in luxury travel and hospitality\, and her love of travel and natural landscapes continues to inspire her — resulting in gardens that are both beautiful and deeply rooted in their surroundings. \nAlongside her design work\, Keri also works as a lead designer in Juliet’s studio and shares her passion and expertise as a tutor at The Sussex Garden School. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Garden Centre is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\n– A 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n– 20% Off Plants voucher for use at Old Barn Garden Centre on the day of the talk \nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 22nd April 2026\n10.30am – 12Noon\nOld Barn Garden Centre\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talk?\n‘Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget’ in the morning\, followed by a break for lunch\, and ‘Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden’ in the afternoon.\nFind out more about full day from £30 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 can find out about all of our gardening talks here!
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/creating-and-planting-a-garden-on-a-budget-gardening-talk/
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SUMMARY:Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Explore how to achieve atmospheric and all year interest in your small space. In this session\, award winning designer Keri Fitzpatrick will share design advice\, hints\, and tips on how you can make the most of your small garden. \nSubjects covered:\n\nSite assessment overview\nDesign inspiration for small spaces\nPrivacy & screening solutions for a small space\nChoosing the right plants for a small space\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan understanding of how to choose the correct plants for your small garden\na list of plants that will create impact and interest but not outgrow their space\na list of plants that are suitable for the atmosphere that you want to create\n\n\nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Discount Off Plants voucher for use at Old Barn Garden Centre on the day of the talk \n\nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 22nd October 2025\n1.00pm – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Garden Centre\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nStandard Ticket £10 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 22nd October?\n‘Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden’ in the afternoon.\nFull day tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nFind out more about full day £20 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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. Find out about all our talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/design-and-planting-tips-for-a-small-garden-gardening-talk-2025/
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SUMMARY:Creating & Planting a Garden on a Budget PLUS Design & Planting Tips for a Small Garden - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:Deepen your gardening knowledge and join us for two talks with award-winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick\, and enjoy a complimentary lunch as part of the day. \nMorning Talk – Creating & Planting a Garden on a Budget\nDiscover how you can create and plant a beautiful garden on a budget… \nKeri will guide you through the process\, and shares her top tips and advice on selecting and combining materials and plants – all you need to be inspired to give it a go yourself. \nSubjects covered:\n\nGarden Inspiration and styles\nPractical and cost effective solutions to existing common problems\nMaterial selection – longevity and costs\nKey plants to consider for maximum interest\nPlant shopping for the budget conscious\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan overview of garden styles and key materials/ plants for the budget conscious.\nunderstand practical and cost effective solutions to existing common issues.\nhave an awareness of different types of materials\, their uses\, cost and longevity.\nunderstand how you can save money on plant purchases.\n\nAfternoon Talk – Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden\nExplore how to achieve atmospheric and all year interest in your small space. In this session\, Keri will share design advice\, hints and tips on how you can make the most of your small garden. \nSubjects covered:\n\nSite assessment overview\nDesign inspiration for small spaces\nPrivacy & screening solutions for a small space\nChoosing the right plants for a small space\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nAn understanding of how to choose the correct plants for your small garden\nA list of plants that will create impact and interest but not outgrow their space\nA list of plants that are suitable for the atmosphere that you want to create\n\nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome \nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Garden Centre is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\n\nTwo 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\nSandwich Lunch\n20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn Garden Centre on the day of the talks\n\nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 22nd October 2025\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Garden Centre\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\n2-Talk Ticket including lunch – £20 \nIf you’d prefer to join for one of these talks rather than both\, please follow these links for individual talk bookings:\n‘Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget’ 10.30am – 12pm\n‘Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden’ 1pm – 2.30pm \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 2 weeks before the talks\, you will receive another email\, giving directions and joining instructions – again\, please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 can find out about all of our gardening talks here!
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/creating-a-garden-on-a-budget-plus-design-planting-tips-gardening-talks-2025/
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SUMMARY:Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can create and plant a beautiful garden on a budget…\nAward winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick will guide you through the process\, and share her top tips and advice on selecting and combining materials and plants – all you need to be inspired to give it a go yourself. \nSubjects covered:\n\nGarden Inspiration and styles\nPractical and cost effective solutions to existing common problems\nMaterial selection – longevity and costs\nKey plants to consider for maximum interest\nPlant shopping for the budget conscious\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan overview of garden styles and key materials/ plants for the budget conscious.\nunderstand practical and cost effective solutions to existing common issues.\nhave an awareness of different types of materials\, their uses\, cost and longevity.\nunderstand how you can save money on plant purchases.\n\nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Garden Centre is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\n– A 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n– 20% Off Plants voucher for use at Old Barn Garden Centre on the day of the talk \nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 22nd October 2025\n10.30am – 12Noon\nOld Barn Garden Centre\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nStandard Ticket £10 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 22nd October?\n‘Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden’ in the afternoon.\nFull day tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nFind out more about full day £20 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 can find out about all of our gardening talks here!
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/creating-and-planting-a-garden-on-a-budget-talk-2025/
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SUMMARY:The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Meet the challenge of a windy or coastal garden and create a garden that will thrive \nFed up with battling against the elements in your coastal or windy garden? Join Juliet to discover our top tips on designing a garden able to sustain the exposed conditions\, and feel inspired by our favourite plant combinations that will thrive in your blustery location. \nSubjects Covered:\n\nThe challenges of maintaining a coastal or windy garden.\nA brief guide to managing poor soils\, challenging elevations in coastal locations.\nA brief introduction to design principles\, with particular focus on structural planting\, wind breaks and plants that will thrive.\nJuliet’s favourite plants that are happy in coastal and windy conditions.\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan understanding of the challenges that coastal and windy gardens bring and their affect on plants.\na brief guide to managing poorer soils and challenging elevations in coastal locations.\nan understanding on structural planting and using windbreaks in design to help manage the exposed site.\na list of our favourite plants that are happy in coastal and windy conditions.\n\nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi award-winning garden designer and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time. She has been teaching gardening to professionals and enthusiasts for over 15 years. Juliet has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, discussion\, and opportunities for you to ask questions. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Garden Centre is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk with a gardening expert\n20% Off Plants voucher for use at Old Barn Garden Centre on the day of the talk\n\nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 15th October 2025\n1.00pm – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nWindy or Coastal Garden Talk Ticket £10 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 15th October?\n‘The Challenging Soil Survival Guide in the morning’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide’ in the afternoon.\nFull day tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nFind out more about full day £20 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nShortly 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. \nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 can find out about all of our gardening talks here!
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/windy-coastal-garden-survival-guide-talk-2025/
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SUMMARY:The Challenging Soil Survival Guide PLUS The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two gardening talks that will support you as you garden in challenging conditions\, whether that be because of your soil\, or a windy or coastal situation. Relax in to a day of learning with multi-award winning garden designer and soil expert Juliet Sargeant\, and enjoy a complimentary lunch as part of your day out. \nMorning Talk – The Challenging Soil Survival Guide\nMany of us are gardening in difficult soil conditions and poor\, chalky\, or sandy soil can make it challenging for plants to thrive. But Juliet has a wealth of experience to share to help you to manage and improve your soil\, and also which plants to choose for the conditions you have. \nSubjects Covered:\n– What makes for a poor chalk or sandy soil?\n– A brief guide to understanding your soil structure and composition.\n– How to improve your poor chalky or sandy soils and manage it going forward.\n– Juliet’s favourite thriving plants for poor chalky or sandy soils. \nAfternoon Talk – The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide\nFed up with battling against the elements in your coastal or windy garden? Join Juliet to discover our top tips on designing a garden able to sustain the exposed conditions\, and feel inspired by our favourite plant combinations that will thrive in your blustery location. \nSubjects Covered:\n– The challenges of maintaining a coastal or windy garden.\n– A brief guide to managing poor soils\, challenging elevations in coastal locations.\n– A brief introduction to design principles\, with particular focus on structural planting\, wind breaks and plants that will thrive.\n– Juliet’s favourite plants that are happy in coastal and windy conditions. \nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome\n \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi award-winning garden designer and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time. She has been teaching gardening to professionals and enthusiasts for over 15 years. Juliet has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, discussion\, and opportunities for you to ask questions. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Garden Centre is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\n\nTwo 90-minute talks by multi award-winning garden designer Juliet Sargeant\n20% Discount Off Plants voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talks\n20% Discount in the Old Barn Restaurant\n\n\nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 15th October 2025\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\n2-Talk ticket – £20 \nIf you’d prefer just to join us for one of these talks rather than both\, please follow these links for bookings for individual talks\n‘The Challenging Soil Survival Guide’\n‘The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide’  \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/challenging-soil-plus-windy-garden-survival-guide-talks-2025/
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SUMMARY:The Challenging Soil Survival Guide - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Many of us are gardening in difficult soil conditions\, and poor\, chalky or sandy soil can make it challenging for plants to thrive. But Juliet has a wealth of experience to share to help you to manage and improve your soil\, and also which plants to choose for the conditions you have.\nSubjects Covered:\n\nWhat makes for a poor\, chalk\, or sandy soil?\nA brief guide to understanding your soil structure and composition.\nHow to improve your poor\, chalky\, or sandy soils\, and manage it going forward.\nJuliet’s favourite thriving plants for poor\, chalky\, or sandy soils.\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan understanding of what constitutes as a poor or challenging soil\na brief understanding of soil structure and chemical composition and how this affects how good or bad your soil is.\nan understanding of how to improve your poor chalk or sandy soil and manage it going forward.\na list of Juliet’s favourite plants that will continue to thrive in poor conditions.\n\n\nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi award-winning garden designer and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time. She has been teaching gardening to professionals and enthusiasts for over 15 years. Juliet has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, discussion\, and opportunities for you to ask questions. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Garden Centre is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off Plants voucher for use at Old Barn Garden Centre on the day of the talk\n\nTickets:\nStandard Ticket £10 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 15th October?\n‘The Challenging Soil Survival Guide in the morning’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘The Windy or Coastal Garden Survival Guide’ in the afternoon.\nFull day tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nFind out more about full day £20 tickets here. \nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 15th October 2025\n10.30am – 12Noon\nOld Barn Garden Centre\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 can find out about all of our gardening talks here!
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/challenging-soil-survival-guide-talk-2025/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:A Clay Soil Survival Guide PLUS Basics of Planting Design - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:A Clay Soil Survival Guide (10.30am – 12Noon) and Basics of Planting Design (1.00 – 2.30pm) \nMorning Talk – A Clay Soil Survival Guide\nIf heavy clay soil is the challenge in your garden – look no further! Juliet will explain how you can manage and improve your heavy clay soil and provide you with her top selection of plants that will thrive in clay soils. \nSubjects covered:\n\n Understanding clay soils\nHow to improve the structure of clay soils\nDo’s and don’ts in managing your clay soil\nSelecting plants that will thrive in clay soils\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\na good understanding of clay soil and its composition\na good understanding of how you can improve\, manage and work this type of soil in your garden\na list of key plants that will thrive in clay soils\n\nAfternoon Talk – Basics of Planting Design\nAre you thinking about refreshing your borders but unsure about where to start? Come learn about the basic principles of planting design in this talk with award winning garden designer Keri Fitzpatrick. \nMore details of this talk coming soon…. \nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutors:\nMorning talk – Juliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer and regular panelist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners Question Time\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion.\nAfternoon talk – Kerianne (Keri) Fitzpatrick studied garden and landscape design at the University of Brighton\, and has exhibited at RHS Hampton Court and at Gardeners World Live\, where she was awarded a Gold Medal. She has a passion for travel and natural landscapes and draws on her vast range of travel experience for inspiration. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \n\nWhat’s Included:\n– Two 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\n– Sandwich lunch and refreshments\n– 20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talks \nDate\, Time\, and Venue:\nWednesday 17th September 2025\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\n2-Talk Ticket including lunch – £20 \nIf you’d prefer to join for one of these talks rather than both\, you can book individual talk tickets here:\nA Clay Soil Survival Guide– 10.30am to 12pm\nThe Basics of Planting Design– 1pm to 2.30pm \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School: \nBoost 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 talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/clay-soil-plus-planting-design-gardening-talks/
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CATEGORIES:Gardening Talks,Old Barn
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SUMMARY:A Clay Soil Survival Guide - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:If heavy clay soil is the challenge in your garden – look no further! Juliet will explain how you can manage and improve your heavy clay soil and provide you with her top selection of plants that will thrive in clay soils. \nSubjects covered:\n\nUnderstanding clay soils\nHow to improve the structure of clay soils\nDo’s and don’ts in managing your clay soil\nSelecting plants that will thrive in clay soils\n\nWho is the talk for?\nFor those who have heavy clay soils\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n– a good understanding of clay soil and its composition\n– a good understanding of how you can improve\, manage and work this type of soil in your garden\n– a list of key plants that will thrive in clay soils \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’ \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk with a gardening expert\n20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nTickets:\nStandard Tickets – £10 \n\n\nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 17th September?\n‘A Clay Soil Survival Guide’ in the morning and ‘Basics of Planting Design’ in the afternoon.\nFull Day Tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nYou will find more information about full day £20 tickets here. \nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 17th September 2025\n10.30am – 12Noon\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School: \nBoost 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 talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/clay-soil-survival-guide-talk-2025/
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SUMMARY:The Pleasure of Houseplants - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSimon’s talk\, interspersed with helpful demonstrations\, will give you confidence to expand your houseplant collection and bring the joy of growing into your home. \nSubjects Covered:\n– The various types of houseplants available\n– Choosing the right plants for your home\n– Care\, including watering\, feeding\, repotting\n– Houseplant propagation\n– Expected life in the home of various plants\n– Grouping and displaying \nBy the end of the talk you will:\n– be inspired to try more indoor growing\n– have learned how to look after houseplants with confidence\n– have a houseplant you have propagated yourself\, to take home with you \nThe Tutor:\nSimon 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. \nSimon’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! \nWho is the talk for?\nThe 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld 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. \n\nTickets:\nEarly Bird Ticket £30\nStandard Ticket £35 \nWhat’s Included:\n\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\nRefreshments\n\nTalk Overview:\nFriday 12th September 2025\n10.15am – 12.15pm\nSussex Garden School Studio at Old Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \n\n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School…..\nBoost 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 can find details of all our Gardening Talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/houseplants-talk-2025/
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SUMMARY:Plants for Autumn Interest PLUS The Winter Garden and Wildlife Survival Guide - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:Plants for Autumn Interest & Choosing Bulbs (10.30am-12Noon) and The Winter Garden and Wildlife Survival Guide (1.00 – 2.30pm) \nMorning Talk – Plants for Autumn Interest & Choosing Bulbs\nDiscover how you can bring late seasonal interest into your garden to extend the planting season through winter into spring. \nSubjects covered:\n\nKeri’s top plants and design tips for autumn colour\nKeri’s top selection of plants to help wildlife during the late season and into winter\nHow to choose bulbs to extend the season through winter and into spring\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nUnderstand how you can bring spring interest into your garden to extend the season\nThe knowledge to help you choose bulbs for successional displays\nUnderstand the role plants can play in supporting wildlife early in the season and what plants can help you achieve this\n\n\nAfternoon Talk – The Winter Garden and Wildlife Survival Guide\nTwiddling your thumbs and itching to get out in the garden? … Join Keri to discover what gardening jobs you can do over winter to get a head start for the new season\, and identify how you can help Wildlife continue to flourish during the dormant season. \nSubjects covered:\n\nAn easy and practical list of key gardening jobs – when\, why\, what\, how?\nHow to plan for refreshed planting borders for the coming year\nIdentifying what support wildlife needs to thrive in your garden over winter and what you can do to support them\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nAn understanding on the practical and theoretical list of key gardening jobs for you to do over the winter that will help give you a head start in the new growing season.\nThe knowledge to support the wildlife in your garden over the dormant winter period.\nAn understanding of how to identify gaps\, plan and refresh your existing planting borders for the coming year.\n\nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutor:\nAward winning garden designer 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\n\nTwo 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\nLunch\n20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talks\n\nTickets:\n2-Talk Ticket including lunch – £20 \nIf you’d prefer to join for one of these talks rather than both\, please follow the links for individual talk bookings:\n‘Plants for Autumn Interest & Choosing Bulbs’ – 10.30am to 12pm\n‘The Winter Garden and Wildlife Survival Guide’ – 1pm to 2.30pm \nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 10th September 2024\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 2 weeks before the talks\, you will receive another email\, giving directions and joining instructions – again\, please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/autumn-interest-plus-winter-garden-talks-2025/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Plants for Autumn Interest & Choosing Bulbs - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover how you can bring late seasonal interest into your garden to extend the planting season through winter into spring. \nSubjects covered:\n\nKeri’s top plants and design tips for autumn colour\nKeri’s top selection of plants to help wildlife during the late season and into winter\nHow to choose bulbs to extend the season through winter and into spring\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nUnderstand how you can bring spring interest into your garden to extend the season\nThe knowledge to help you choose bulbs for successional displays\nUnderstand the role plants can play in supporting wildlife early in the season and what plants can help you achieve this\n\nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \n\nWhat’s Included\n\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 10th September 2024\n10.30am – 12Noon\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nStandard Ticket £10 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 10th September?\n‘Plants for Autumn Interest & Choosing Bulbs’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘The Winter Garden & Wildlife Survival Guide’ in the afternoon.\nFull day tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nFind out more about full day £20 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/plants-for-autumn-interest-2025/
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SUMMARY:‘Re-Wild’ Your Garden - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover the principles of re-wilding and how you can give nature a hand by creating the right conditions in your own garden to support nature and wildlife. Juliet will be sharing her top tips on how to plant and garden for wildlife in your outdoor space. \nSubjects Covered:\n\nWhat is re-wilding?\nThe benefits of rewilding on wildlife\, nature\, humans and our environment.\nWhat makes a wildlife friendly garden?\nHow to re-wild in your own gardens\, including our Top 5 plants\nJuliet’s top tips for re-wilding a small space\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan understanding of what re-wilding actually is and the key principles of re-wilding\nan understanding on the benefits of re-wilding on wildlife\, nature\, humans and the environment\nunderstand how you can create a wildlife friendly garden\, and our top tips for achieving this.\na list of Juliet’s top wildlife friendly plants\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off  Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nRe-Wild Your Garden Talk Overview:\nWednesday 20th August 2025\n1.00pm – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nStandard Ticket – £10 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 20th August?\n‘Making Hay – Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives’ in the morning and ‘Re-Wild Your Garden‘ in the afternoon.\nFull day tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nYou will find more information about full day £20 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/re-wild-your-garden-talk-2025/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Courses,Gardening Talks,Old Barn
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SUMMARY:Making Hay! Meadow Planting PLUS 'Re-Wild' Your Garden - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:Making Hay! Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives (10.30am – 12Noon) and ‘Re-Wild’ Your Garden (1.00 – 2.30pm) \nMorning Talk – Making Hay! Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives\nDiscover sensational lawn alternatives to create a more natural and relaxed feeling in your garden\, whilst attracting pollinating insects and increasing bio- diversity. In this session Juliet will share her experiences and explain all you need to know about creating a meadow\, no matter how small in your garden\, our favourite and most reliable mixes to use and alternatives options to enhance your existing lawn. \nSubjects covered:\n\nWhat is meadow planting and the two main types of wild flower meadows.\nHow and when to prepare for planting a meadow.\nChoosing the right mix for your soil type and location\, and our favourite meadow mixes.\nOther lawn alternatives and enhancing your existing lawn.\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nUnderstanding of the types of wild flower meadows available and their benefits.\nUnderstanding of how and when to prepare and plant your meadow.\nJuliet’s Top 5 Meadow plants and favourite meadow mixes/ turfs.\nInspiration for other lawn alternatives or enhancing your existing lawn.\n\nAfternoon Talk – ‘Re-Wild’ Your Garden \nDiscover the principles of re-wilding and how you can give nature a hand by creating the right conditions in your own garden to support nature and wildlife. Juliet will be sharing her top tips on how to plant and garden for wildlife in your outdoor space. \nSubjects covered:\n\nWhat is re-wilding?\nThe benefits of rewilding on wildlife\, nature\, humans and our environment.\nWhat makes a wildlife friendly garden?\nHow to re-wild in your own gardens\, including our Top 5 plants\nJuliet’s top tips for re-wilding a small space\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nan understanding of what re-wilding actually is and the key principles of re-wilding\nan understanding on the benefits of re-wilding on wildlife\, nature\, humans and the environment\nunderstand how you can create a wildlife friendly garden\, and our top tips for achieving this.\na list of Juliet’s top wildlife friendly plants\n\nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer and regular panelist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners Question Time\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included:\n– Two 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\n– Sandwich lunch and refreshments\n– 20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talks \nTalks Overview:\nWednesday 20th August 2025\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\n2-Talk Ticket including complimentary sandwich lunch – £20 \nIf you’d prefer to join one of these talks rather than both\, you can book individual talk tickets here:\nMaking Hay! Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives Talk – 10.30am to 12pm\n‘Re-Wild’ Your Garden Talk – 1pm to 2.30pm \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/making-hay-plus-rewilding-talks-2025/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Making Hay! Meadow-Planting & Lawn Alternatives - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover sensational lawn alternatives to create a more natural and relaxed feeling in your garden\, whilst attracting pollinating insects and increasing bio- diversity. In this session Juliet will share her experiences and explain all you need to know about creating a meadow\, no matter how small in your garden\, our favourite and most reliable mixes to use and alternatives options to enhance your existing lawn. \nSubjects Covered:\n– What is meadow planting and the two main types of wild flower meadows.\n– How and when to prepare for planting a meadow.\n– Choosing the right mix for your soil type and location\, and our favourite meadow mixes.\n– Other lawn alternatives and enhancing your existing lawn. \nWho is the talk for?\nBeginner and experienced gardeners alike \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n– Understanding the types of wild flower meadows available and their benefits.\n– Understand how and when to prepare and plant your meadow.\n– Juliet’s Top 5 meadow plants and favourite meadow mixes/ turfs.\n– Inspiration for other lawn alternatives or enhancing your existing lawn. \nThe Tutor:\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi-award-winning designer and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners Question Time\, with over 20 years of experience in designing gardens and also teaching about them. She has a relaxed teaching style\, with plenty of illustrations\, and discussion. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off  Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 20th August 2025\n10.30am – 12Noon\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nStandard Tickets – £10 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 20th August?\n‘Making Hay Meadow Planting and Lawn Alternatives’ in the morning and ‘Re-Wild Your Garden’ in the afternoon.\nFull day tickets include a complimentary sandwich lunch.\nYou will find more information about full day £20 tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/meadow-planting-talk-2025/
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SUMMARY:Gardening for a Changing Climate - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSubjects covered:\n\nPlanning for the future and understanding key changes we are likely to face\nGardening practices to consider for future resilience\nKeri’s top plants to help navigate climate change and stand the test of time\n\nWho is the talk for?\nFor those who are climate and sustainability aware\, and are thinking about gardening for the future.\nBeginner and experienced gardeners alike. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nAn 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.\nA list of our favourite plants to cope with climate change\n\nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\n\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off  Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk\n\nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 23rd July 2025\n1.00pm – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nStandard Ticket £25 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 23rd July?\n‘Pollinator-Planting for butterflies\, bees & bats’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘Gardening for a Changing Climate’ in the afternoon.\nWe 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.\nYou will find more information about full day tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/gardening-for-a-changing-climate-2025/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Planting PLUS Gardening for a Changing Climate - Gardening Talks
DESCRIPTION:Pollinator Planting for Butterflies\, Bees and Bats (10.30am – 12Noon) and Gardening for a Changing Climate (1.00 – 2.30pm) \nMorning Talk – Pollinator Planting for Butterflies\, Bees and Bats\nDiscover how to plant your garden to support and provide a bountiful habitat for wild bees\, butterflies and other pollinators. In this session\, Keri will give you the low down on how you can achieve a pollinator and wildlife friendly garden. \nSubjects covered:\n– What makes a pollinator friendly garden?\n– What types of pollinating species can I support through planting\, and how?\n– Other Top Tips to support pollinators in your garden.\n– Keri’s favourite plants to support pollinators through the seasons\, not just in summer! \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n– Understanding of the principles of creating a pollinator friendly garden.\n– Understanding of what types of pollinators you are supporting and their needs.\n– A brief overview of other ways you can support pollinators in your garden.\n– A list of plants to support pollinators year round. \nAfternoon Talk – Gardening for a Changing Climate and Managing Water\nDiscover how to plant your garden to support and provide a bountiful habitat for wild bees\, butterflies and other pollinators. In this session\, Keri will give you the low down on how you can achieve a pollinator and wildlife friendly garden. \nSubjects covered:\n– What makes a pollinator friendly garden?\n– What types of pollinating species can I support through planting\, and how?\n– Other Top Tips to support pollinators in your garden.\n– Keri’s favourite plants to support pollinators through the seasons\, not just in summer! \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n– Understanding of the principles of creating a pollinator friendly garden.\n– Understanding of what types of pollinators you are supporting and their needs.\n– A brief overview of other ways you can support pollinators in your garden.\n– A list of plants to support pollinators year round. \nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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\, winning a Gold Medal.  Keri has travelled extensively and brings this experience to her garden planting and inspiration. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nTickets?\nEarly Bird 2-talk ticket including lunch – £40\nStandard 2-talk ticket including lunch – £45 \nIf you’d prefer to join for one of these talks rather than both\, please follow these links for bookings for individual talks\nPollinator Planting for Butterflies\, Bees and Bats Talk – Morning Talk\nGardening for a Changing Climate – Afternoon Talk \nWhat’s Included:\n– Two 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\n– Sandwich lunch and refreshments\n– 20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talks \nTalks Overview:\nWednesday 23rd July 2025\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 talks here.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/pollinator-planting-changing-climate-talks/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Gardening Talks,Old Barn
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Planting for Butterflies\, Bees and Bats - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to plant your garden to support and provide a bountiful habitat for wild bees\, butterflies and other pollinators. In this session\, Keri will give you the low down on how you can achieve a pollinator and wildlife friendly garden. \nSubjects Covered:\n– What makes a pollinator friendly garden?\n– What types of pollinating species can I support through planting\, and how?\n– Other Top Tips to support pollinators in your garden.\n– Our favourite plants to support pollinators through the seasons\, not just in summer! \nWho is the talk for?\nBeginner and experienced gardeners alike \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n– Understand the principles of creating a pollinator friendly garden.\n– Understand what types of pollinators you are supporting and their needs.\n– A brief overview of other ways you can support pollinators in your garden.\n– A list of plants to support pollinators year round. \nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off  Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk \nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 23rd July 2025\n10.30am – 12.00pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets\nTalk Ticket £25 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 23rd July?\n‘Pollinator-Planting for butterflies\, bees & bats’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘Gardening for a Changing Climate’ in the afternoon.\nWe 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.\nYou will find more information about full day tickets here. \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/pollinator-planting-talk-2025/
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SUMMARY:Getting Started with Veg - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:“Excellent\, informative talk in a friendly\, relaxed atmosphere. I learnt a lot even though I’ve been a gardener for over 50 years!”  Shelia \n\nWould you like to grow and harvest your own fresh produce but not sure where to start? Join Keri’s ‘Easy navigation session’ to learn the foundations of creating a successful veg patch. Plus bring your questions to be answered by the expert. \n\nSubjects covered:\n\nPopular first timer varieties and selecting what veg you should grow\nPlanning and harvesting through the seasons\nHow to prep your beds and popular growing practices\, including an introduction to companion planting and feeding\nCommon pests and diseases to look out for\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome \nBy the end of the talk you will:\n\nUnderstand how to grow\, what to grow and when to grow a selection of easy ‘first timer’ produce\nHave an understanding of some common pests and diseases to look out for and how to overcome these in the kitchen garden\n\nThe Tutor\nKeri 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\, winning a Gold Medal.  Keri has travelled extensively and brings this experience to her garden planting and inspiration. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% OFF PLANTS Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk \nTalk Overview:\nWednesday 4th June 2025\n10.30am – 12Noon\nOld Barn Garden Centre\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nTickets:\nGetting Started with Veg Talk Ticket: £25 \n\nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \n\nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 can find out about all of our gardening talks here!
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/getting-started-with-veg-25/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Edible Ornamentals - Gardening Talk
DESCRIPTION:The veg plot doesn’t have to be the only place you find edible plants in your garden. There are many ornamental plants out there that can fill your garden with shape and beauty\, and have edible parts as well. Come and explore the world of edible ornamentals with us.\n \nSubjects covered:\nMore detail coming soon….. \nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome \nThe Tutor\nJuliet Sargeant is a multi award-winning garden designer and regular panellist on BBC Radio 4’s Gardeners’ Question Time. She has been teaching gardening to professionals and enthusiasts for over 15 years. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nWhat’s Included?\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Off  Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn on the day of the talk \nTickets\nEdible Ornamentals Talk Ticket: £25 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 9th April?\n‘Getting Started with Veg’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘Edible Ornamentals’ in the afternoon.\nWe 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.\nYou will find more information about full day tickets here. \nEdible Ornamentals Talk Overview:\nWednesday 4th June 2025\n1.00 – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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. \nOther Gardening Talks at Sussex Garden School:\nBoost 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 can find out about all of our gardening talks here!
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/edible-ornamentals-talk/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden - A Garden Knowledge Boost Talk
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDesign and Planting Tips for a Small Garden\nExplore how to achieve atmospheric and all year interest in your small space. In this session\, Keri will share design advice\, hints and tips on how you can make the most of your small garden. \nSubjects covered:\n\nSite assessment overview\nDesign inspiration for small spaces\nPrivacy & screening solutions for a small space\nChoosing the right plants for a small space\n\nWho is the talk for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome. \nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nAn understanding of how to choose the correct plants for your small garden\nA list of plants that will create impact and interest but not outgrow their space\nA list of plants that are suitable for the atmosphere that you want to create\n\nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nTickets:\nStandard Ticket £22 \nBut why not join us for both our morning and afternoon talks on 30th October!\n‘Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget’ in the morning\, followed by lunch\, and ‘Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden’ in the afternoon.\nWe have a discounted ticket available if coming for the full day\, £35 (Early Bird tickets) or £38 (Standard tickets) and full day tickets include lunch.\nFind out more about full day tickets here. \nWhat’s Included:\nA 90 minute talk by a gardening expert\n20% Discount Voucher for use at Old Barn Nursery on the day of the course \nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 30th October 2024\n1.00pm – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 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.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/design-and-planting-tips-for-a-small-garden-a-garden-knowledge-boost-talk/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Creating & Planting a Garden on a Budget PLUS Design & Planting Tips for a Small Garden - Garden Knowledge Boost Talks
DESCRIPTION: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. \nCreating & Planting a Garden on a Budget (morning talk) and Design & Planting Tips for a Small Garden (afternoon talk)\nFor those joining us for both talks\, lunch will be included between 12Noon and 1pm. \n  \nMorning Talk – Creating & Planting a Garden on a Budget\nDiscover how you can create and plant a beautiful garden on a budget… Keri will guide you through the process\, and shares her top tips and advice on selecting and combining materials and plants – all you need to be inspired to give it a go yourself. \nSubjects covered:\n\nGarden Inspiration and styles\nPractical and cost effective solutions to existing common problems\nMaterial selection – longevity and costs\nKey plants to consider for maximum interest\nPlant shopping for the budget conscious\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nAn overview of garden styles and key materials/ plants for the budget conscious.\nUnderstand practical and cost effective solutions to existing common issues.\nHave an awareness of different types of materials\, their uses\, cost and longevity.\nUnderstand how you can save money on plant purchases.\n\n  \nAfternoon Talk – Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden\nExplore how to achieve atmospheric and all year interest in your small space. In this session\, Keri will share design advice\, hints and tips on how you can make the most of your small garden. \nSubjects covered:\n\nSite assessment overview\nDesign inspiration for small spaces\nPrivacy & screening solutions for a small space\nChoosing the right plants for a small space\n\nBy the end of the talk you will have:\n\nAn understanding of how to choose the correct plants for your small garden\nA list of plants that will create impact and interest but not outgrow their space\nA list of plants that are suitable for the atmosphere that you want to create\n\nWho are the talks for?\nBeginners and garden enthusiasts are welcome \nThe Tutor:\nKeri 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. \nThe Venue:\nOld Barn Nurseries is one of the largest nurseries in Sussex. The talk will be held in their purpose-built studio ‘The Garden Room’. \nTickets:\nEarly Bird 2-talk ticket including lunch – £35 (first 4 tickets sold)\nStandard 2-talk ticket including lunch – £38 \nIf you’d prefer just to join us for one of these talks rather than both\, please follow these links for bookings for individual talks\n‘Creating and Planting a Garden on a Budget’\n‘Design and Planting Tips for a Small Garden’ \nWhat’s Included:\nTwo 90 minute talks by a gardening expert\nLunch\n20% Off Plants Voucher for use at Old Barn Nursery on the day of the course \nDate\, Time and Venue:\nWednesday 30th October 2024\n10.30am – 2.30pm\nOld Barn Nurseries\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, RH13 8NR \nWhat Next?\nOnce you have booked\, you will receive an email confirmation of your booking – please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us. \nAbout 2 weeks before the talks\, you will receive another email\, giving directions and joining instructions – again\, please check your junk mail if you have not heard from us.
URL:https://www.sussexgardenschool.com/courses/creating-planting-a-garden-on-a-budget-plus-design-planting-tips-for-a-small-garden-garden-knowledge-boost-talks/
LOCATION:Old Barn Nurseries\, Dial Post\, Worthing Road\, Dial Post\, Horsham\, West Sussex\, RH13 8NR\, United Kingdom
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