| English gardens are always fascinating for their
exuberance, and continue to be a source of awe and inspiration. Come
dine on English cuisine as you take a visual tour through some of
England's greatest gardens. Olbrich's Director of Horticulture Jeff
Epping will lead you through a slide presentation of gardens including
Wisley, Sissinghurst, and more.
Wisley, home of the Royal Horticultural
Society, is a highly respected English garden.
Specialty gardens abound at Wisley and because of
its relationship with Royal Horticultural
Society, Wisley serves as a scientific garden, with a
mission to be used as an experimental garden to improve horticulture
practices. Among its national collections of species are the daphne,
pulmonaria, and crocus. The
Sissinghurst Castle Gardens is thought to be the exemplary garden in
England, and perhaps all of Europe. The roses are the main attraction of
these gardens, but along with the roses, the Spring Garden features a
potpourri of bulbs, the Nuttery is lined with primoses, and the White
Garden remains a favorite of visitors.
The cost for this presentation is $25 for the
general public, and $20 for Olbrich members, and includes lunch.
English Gardens is the first of a 5 session Tastes of the
World Luncheon Series. The series begins in January and meets one Monday per month through May. Each luncheon series meets
from noon until 1 pm, and highlights botanic gardens from around the
world, and the food of the region. Come to one luncheon or attend
the entire series at a discounted price. |
