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Winter interest for the garden

Join Head of Horticulture Sally Petitt on this half day course discovering which plants will bring valuable colour to your garden in winter

Event details

Tuesday 9 December 2025
10am - 1pm

Tutor:

Sally Petitt

Price

£40

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Location: Classroom

About the course

Winter is often considered off-season for many gardeners, but there are many plants which can enhance even the smallest garden over the winter period. Join Sally on this half day course as she discusses ways to add interest to your own patch, provides tips on which plants will bring valuable colour to your garden in winter and takes you on a tour of our acclaimed Winter Garden.

About the tutor

Sally Petitt started her horticultural career here in the Botanic Garden in 1988 as a Trainee Horticultural Technician, and is currently Head of Horticulture, a role in which she oversees the horticultural team and operations.  During her time at the Garden, she has worked in many areas, developed an extensive horticultural knowledge, has participated in botanical expeditions and capacity building projects, and currently serves on several horticultural committees.

Bookings for this course will close on 18 November

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Please take the time to read our course cancellations and refunds policy.

Please note that once this course has been filled, you can email education@botanic.cam.ac.uk to be added to a waiting list.

 

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