Workshop: Botany in a Day
New gardeners often ask, what is botany? How is it different from horticulture?
Botany simply refers to the ‘study of’ plants, where horticulture focuses on the ‘practice of’ managing and maintaining plants. In this discussion-based session, we will be exploring the theory and science of plants, and learning ten basic rules of botany which will change not only the way you look at your own plants, but how you view the entire natural world around you.
This session is ideal for anyone who would like to understand more about the science of plants. From complete novices to experienced gardeners this workshop is designed for all levels of experience and skill sets.
Together we will explore:
Plant evolution - how plants have, and continue to, evolve and adapt to a changing environment
Plant taxonomy and classification - what plants belong to what groups, how can you easily identify these groups
Plant anatomy and physiology - what function are different parts of a plants anatomy performing
Botanical terminology - learn how to speak like a botanist
Rare, Unique and Unusual Advancements in Plants - the weird and wonderful adaptations plants have adopted in response to unique or challenging conditions
The session will demystify and deconstruct the main terminology used in botanical sciences, allowing you to feel comfortably interacting with other botanists and gardeners with an increased knowledge of how plants function, plus a boosted confidence in the management of planted areas.
As this is a theoretical subject and not a practical skill, most of the workshop will take place in a classroom setting, but will involve interactive activities, looking at many live plant examples, and a tour of our award winning organic community garden.
Meet Charlie (he/him)
Charlie is a Peckham local who is passionate about both the community and the environment. With a background in health and social care management, he is invested in promoting community involvement and environmental issues through organic gardening. Charlie is an expert in landscape and planting design within urban environments, and is currently teaching the next generation of horticulturalists as a Garden Education Officer here at Walworth Garden.
Price: £85
Note for Southwark residents: Looking to book a free place? Unfortunately, our limited quota of free places for the 2024-25 academic year have now been claimed. We will be releasing a refreshed number of free places, along with a new calendar of workshops, in Autumn 2025 so please check back then. Subscribe to our newsletter or follow us on social media, at the bottom of this page, to be notified.
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