The Speaker:
Dr Peter Williams is a retired plant scientist with specialist knowledge of
plant ecology, physiology and soil microbiology. He is a lifelong gardener and for many years ran a small nursery that specialised in the propagation of trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants, especially those for acid soils and woodland environments.
He now writes about gardening matters for the Hardy Plant Journal and
gives talks both locally and nationally.
The Talk:
Welcome to the root zone – the original dark web
This talk looks at the nature and properties of soils and the complex
interactions that occur in the root zones of our gardens. It does so
from a practical gardener’s perspective and attempts to provide a soil
user’s manual.
The suitability of different soil types for demanding plant groups will
be covered as will composts and composting.
Good and bad gardening practices in relation to soil conservation and
fertility will be discussed and practical measures suggested.
Gardens open from 12:30pm Talk 1:30pm Tea/Coffee biscuits available in
the classroom.
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