Enjoy an inspiring and motivating look at the science of climate change and what it means for gardeners. Claire Mitchell covers the science of climate change in accessible terms; the changing temperatures and rain patterns; and what this means in practice for gardens and gardeners. The focus continues with a look at plants for our changing climate, and hints and tips on gardening in a sustainable, climate-friendly way. Come for knowledge and leave inspired with practical ways to improve your garden in the changing environment.
Claire Mitchell lives in England and is a trained RHS horticulturalist with a passion for sustainability, she brings gardening into the 21st century in an environmentally friendly, ethical way. Claire runs The Garden Editor, a horticulture advice and design consultancy focused on sustainable practices to help people improve their gardens without costing the earth. She specializes in bringing the latest on climate change to life in an accessible way, as well as through plant combinations, and planting designs used in her work. She also is associated with Hardys Cottage Garden Plants, who have won over 25 prestigious Chelsea Gold Medals from the Royal Horticultural Society for their herbaceous perennials. Claire was also awarded an RHS bursary to study the Oudolf Garden Detroit on maintenance of naturalistic planting design.
Tuesday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m. in the Reception Room of the Grosse Pointe War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Farms 48236.
Registration: Admission: Garden Center members, free, non-members, $10. Advanced online registration is required for both free and paid admissions. Please register on Eventbrite by clicking here.