Planting design workshop - led by industry experts

This one-day design workshop introduces you to the how to design with plants in your own garden. Planting design workshop This one-day design workshop introduces you to the how to design with plants in your own garden. What you will explore We invite you to bring in photographs and information about your own garden project. We will present a range of interesting planting design case studies to inspire you and explain how the designer has tackled each project. Working as a group we will explore the planting design challenges in your own garden and offer ideas to help you to select appropriate plants and make interesting plant combinations suited to the conditions of your garden. The day will be informal and relaxed. You are free to observe or get involved in the design discussions. We will provide all sketching materials, design inspiration and provide some useful handouts for you to be able to go away and feel more confident to tackle your own planting design. Food and drink is available to purchase from The Craft House cafe throughout the day. About your tutors Helen Taylor MA, MSGD has been working as a garden designer for 25 years. She qualified as a Landscape designer in 1988 and worked in Glasgow before returning to Yorkshire. Helen has been a tutor at local colleges teaching landscape design. She runs her own successful Garden Design practice, based locally with a broad portfolio of beautiful gardens across Yorkshire. Nicky Dyson BA, DipLA, CMLI qualified as a Landscape Architect in 1997. She worked in London for leading landscape design practices before moving to Yorkshire. Her projects include - public parks, city squares, Chelsea flower show gardens and private gardens. She teaches regularly at Landscape Design schools and designs gardens alongside running an illustration business. Between Helen and Nicky they have over 60 years of experience in Landscape design and offer a great deal of expertise, they are passionate about making beautiful spaces! Skill level Suitable for beginners as well as more experienced gardeners looking to improve their knowledge of planting design. Cost £100 per person.