The Historic Role of American Plants in British and Irish Gardens
1/10/2026 - 3/10/2026
Brandon House Hotel, New Ross, RoI
The Historic Role of American Plants in British and Irish Gardens
Commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence, this conference aims to highlight how North American plants have profoundly shaped our gardens, evolving from the exotic, treasured specimens brought back from the early colonies to the staples of modern prairie-style planting popularised by Piet Oudolf.
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