Greenies will enjoy a lecture series, “Greensource,” that feature nationally renowned designers. Speakers for the free programs (Mon-Fri @ 1 PM) include White House chief florist Laura Dowling; landscape architects Walter Hood & Craig Bergmann, and president of the American Institute of Floral Designers (AIFD) Sharon McGukin.
“Transforming Public Landscapes” is a special discussion of the “Greensource” series on Wed March 9. Panelists include Conservatory Garden Director in Central Park (which she rescued and restored) Lynden B. Miller; well-known landscape architect Ken Smith; landscape architect known for his Chicago streetscapes Doug Hoerr; prominent Chicago landscape contractor Christy Webber, and leader of landscape architects in urban green roof designs Susan Weiler. Panel moderator is founder and president of the Cultural Landscape Foundation Charles Birnbaum. (Wednesday, 5-7 PM in the Convention Center Ballroom. Admission: $40, PHS members $30)
Other featured lectures in Philadelphia Flower Show Rooms 201B & 201C include:
Philadelphia Flower Programs at the Gardener’s Studio on the Show floor in B Hall include:
Readers, are you checking out any exhibits at the Philadelphia Flower Show? What did you learn?
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