Knepp Walled Garden – Designing and managing a naturalistic planting scheme on low-fertility substrate – for biodiversity and people

Overview

Prof. James Hitchmough and Head Gardener Charlie Harpur explore the possibilities of supporting life in designed plantings whilst at same time creating great beauty for people. James will focus on the underpinning ecological theory, design principles, and substrate selection for the plantings here in the context of climate change.

Charlie will share his experience on the management of the garden and introduce us to its biodiversity. Part of the day will be a participatory workshop which will involve a critique of areas of the garden, and an exercise in planting design to further improve visual impact and potential biodiversity.