For a more sustainable garden Lucy will show you how to use plants adapted to either drought or waterlogged conditions. we will look at Perennial verses Annuals. You will learn how to look after, embrace and enhance your soil. Ways to encourage wildlife into the garden, rainwater collection and being aware of eco-friendly hard landscape materials.
There will be a tour of the stunning Beth Chatto Gardens pointing out plants with varying leaf or root adaptions - right plant, right place. Varying Mulches/compost techniques and examples of different permeable path and re-cycled wall materials. suitable for both a beginner or experienced gardener.