Fall Symposium
2025 Fall Symposium
Brilliantly British: Gardening & Floral Inspiration from Abroad
Thursday, October 23
Wing Haven is excited to announce its biennial Fall Symposium, "Brilliantly British: Gardening & Floral Inspiration from Abroad”. This year’s event will feature two extraordinary British speakers, each bringing unique perspectives on the artistry and wellbeing of gardens and flowers.
This symposium offers a unique opportunity to bridge the rich cultural heritage of British gardening with the passion of American gardeners, all while celebrating the beauty and wellness benefits of connecting with nature.
Hosted by:
Kate Morrison and Caton Morris - Symposium Co-Chairs
Nancy Lowry - Events Chair, Wing Haven Foundation Board
Preorder Speaker Books
Limited quantities available. Kindly consider an individual copy of each. Click the product below for a full description.
2025 Wing Haven Fall Symposium Speaker book. Preorder your book to pick up at the symposium.
Gardening expert Ellen Mary takes you through every step of gardening, from the basics of understanding your space and decoding plant labels, to common pests and how to keep your plants alive once they're in the ground.
Packed full of practical information, this book is relevant for any beginner gardener, no matter what type of outdoor space you have - whether you're looking for ideas for green-filled balconies, or larger low-maintenance plots.
You'll also find tailored advice for different levels of time investment, whether you have just 10 minutes or 4 hours per week to spend in your garden.
Once you've got the basics covered, you'll learn key gardening skills including:
- Planting flower beds
- How and when to prune
- Composting correctly
- How to grow a lawn, trees and roses
So, flex those green fingers, get your hands dirty and enjoy the process of creating a beautiful, blooming garden.
2025 Wing Haven Fall Symposium Speaker book. Preorder your book to pick up at the symposium.
From sowing seeds to deadheading flowers, growing your own potatoes to welcoming feathered friends into your own garden, discover the joy to be found in every moment of gardening by slowing down, observing nature and planning ahead for the seasons.
Happiest when surrounded by plants, Ellen Mary is passionate advocate for the benefits of nature for wellbeing, spreading the word through The Plant Based Podcast and her regular talks.
The Joy of Gardening includes:
· Understanding your soil
· How to sow seeds and care for young plants
· Tips for recycling and reducing waste in your garden
· How to encourage wildlife into your garden
· Harvesting and cooking with fresh produce
· Choosing and planting trees for both small and larger gardens
· And much, much more!
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Wing Haven is supported, in part, by a grant from the City of Charlotte Arts and Culture.