Lecture: The Creative Shrub Garden

by Andy McIndoe .

Date: Wednesday 21 February 2024 Time: 2.30pm
Venue: Minterne House DT2 7AU
Cost: £15 to include tea , coffee, cake after the talk. Payment at door possible
Facilities: Ample parking . WC. Disabled access. No dogs.
About: Andy McIndoe is a garden consultant and designer, garden writer, author and lecturer with over 40yrs experience in retail and production horticulture. During his long career with Hilliers Nurseries he was responsible for the company’s exhibit at RHS Chelsea Flower Show winning 25 consecutive Gold Medals. Andy was awarded the prestigious Veitch Memorial Medal by the RHS in 2017 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the science and practice of horticulture.

Shrubs are more than just hard working structure plants. By choosing the right combination of shape, colour and texture, a group of shrubs can be mellow, uplifting, calming or indulgent. You can create any style from country garden to contemporary urban courtyard, from seaside cottage to tropical paradise

Most of us choose our plants on their individual merits; too often their appearance at time of purchase. Few think about how one shrub works in association with its partners. The Creative Shrub Garden shows how to make simple, effective planting combinations whatever the size of your garden or the situation.