Shade is often seen as a major problem but expert David Hurrion will provide plenty of tips and advice to help you make the most of even the darkest recesses of your plot.
David will show you how to take inspiration from natural woodland conditions and plant growth cycles, as well as revealing how all types of shade change through the seasons. There’ll also be plenty of inspiration for which plants to choose – not only flowering plants, but vegetable crops and fruit too.He'll reveal how to create the best growing conditions for success in shade and share his hints on plant establishment.
Agenda
Why is shade a problem for plants
Shade in nature
Benefits of shade
Causes of shade in gardens
How shade changes through the seasons
Shade and light levels
Types of shade
Improving conditions for growing in shade
Inspiration for shaded conditions
Shaded productivity
Closing with live Q&A session with David Hurrion & Emma Crawforth