Media
Mark Diacono launches writing course
Entitled ‘gatherings’, Mark Diacono is hosting a series of interviews, conversations and talks to help aspiring writers get their words in front of decision makers and readers.
People
Connie Hudson: Adam Greathead Award Trainee
Striving horticulturalist, Connie Hudson has been granted the ‘Adam Greathead Award’ by John Massey and the Ashwood Nurseries team.
By the bye
Padam padam’s mum….
Behind every great talent, you’ll find a talented mum.
Design
North Midlands SGD Cluster Group
The Society of Garden Designers (SGD) Cluster Groups provide access to a local network for support for garden designers and events in their area.
Job
RGB Kew: Research Assistant
The Global Centre on Biodiversity for Climate (GCBC) team at RBG Kew is seeking a research assistant.
People
Adam Frost supports the MindSpace charity
Garden designer and BBC Gardeners’ World presenter, Adam Frost has joined with Stamford wellbeing charity MindSpace to stage an event in support of their vital works.
Job
Tom Stuart-Smith Studio: Finance Manager
Tom Stuart-Smith Studio is hiring a financial manager to join their team in Hertfordshire, UK.
Artisan
Patrick Dougherty: The magic of sticks
With just sticks and saplings, sculpture artist, Patrick Dougherty creates the most incredible, ephemeral installations, showcasing the beauty of the natural world.
Job
Herefordshire Growing Point: Tutor
The Hereford based charity providing therapeutic horticulture to disabled and elderly people are seeking an additional tutor.
Business
Scottish Woodlands appoints peatland project manager
Scottish Woodlands Ltd (SWL) has appointed Dr Erin Stoll as its first Peatland Project Manager, reflecting the growing significance of peatland restoration in the future of the rural environment.
Job
Botanical Society of Britain & Ireland: England Officer
The BSBI’s are seeking an England Officer for a one-year pilot project to help support & nurture the botanical community across England.
Exhibitions
New generation of botanical artists
Exhibition at The Shirley Sherwood Gallery in Kew Gardens, celebrating the talents of young botanical artists aged 16-25.
Job
Harrow School: Head of Arboriculture
Harrow School is seeking a new Head of Arboriculture to manage the team and delivering practical arboricultural operations within the estate.
On Instagram
Must follow @philiptreewalker
Hampshire-based talent, Philip Walker hand-crafts striking sculptures and seating in wood, focusing on the natural beauty of the material, emphasising form, flow and texture.
Job
RHS: Social Media Executive
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is seeking a creative and highly organised individual, with in-depth knowledge of the social media landscape to join their social media team.
Job
Landform Consultants: Senior Landscape Estimator
The award-winning landscape company, Landform Consultants Ltd is seeking a Senior Landscape Estimator to work in their Commercial division.
Media
Monty Don appeals to Waitrose shoppers to buy peat-free
Featuring in Waitrose Weekend, Monty Don appeals to the supermarket’s patronage to refrain from buying peat products to preserve precious peatlands.
By the bye
Botanics Choir: Spring 2024
The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is launching a choir, celebrating the wonder of plants through song.
Job
Lurie Garden Public Horticulture Apprentice
Located in the Millennium Park in Chicago, the Lurie Garden is seeking horticulture apprentice.
Health
Sarah Raven on combatting the January blues
Expert gardener and author Sarah Raven is a fierce advocate for spending time outdoors in nature to boost one’s wellbeing.