Fergus Garrett: The Spirit of Great Dixter

WHEN: Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 12:00PM - 2:00PM WHERE: Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum Sign up for This Event Join us for tea and a talk by special guest Fergus Garrett, Head Gardener of Great Dixter, the house and garden of the late world renowned horticulturist Christopher Lloyd. Located near Northiam in East Sussex, England, Great Dixter’s gardens are regarded as the epitome of English plantsmanship. The property is particularly noted for its wealth of perennials and extensive topiary. Fergus will speak about all aspects of Great Dixter, from its garden color, planting combinations and meadows, to the house and its interiors. He will include an account of his apprenticeship to the great “Christo”. Fergus is also a well known author and authority on innovative garden design in his own right.

Tea and scones from Russ Morin Caterers is included in the price of admission.

Learn more about the history of Great Dixter and Fergus Garrett’s work developing and preserving its gardens at Great Dixter

 

Price:  $35 Blithewold Members, $45 Non-Members.  Please register early; tickets are limited.

Thanks and I hope to see you there!  Feel free to call or email to register or with any questions.  

Dakin Pioneer Valley Humane Society Benefit Saturday, July 10

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North Hill: A Collaboration by Joe Eck and Wayne Winterrowd

Open Garden on July 17, 2010 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
A Benefit for the Southern Vermont Arts Center

Tickets required for half-hour admission times. Donations accepted at the garden gate. Offsite parking will be at the Readsboro School with a shuttle provided to the garden. For more information, telephone the Southern Vermont Arts Center at 802.362.1405.

Lectures

Joe Eck and Wayne Winterrowd are internationally acclaimed lecturers with more than 20 years of experience. They lecture on a wide range of garden topics, from basic principles of garden design to the specifics of designing perennial borders, outdoor living spaces, rock and woodland gardens, water gardens and greenhouses.

Most lectures are designed to fit a 55 minute format, but Joe Eck and Wayne Winterrowd are also available for intensive, all-day workshops and seminars.

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