Gardens come in all shapes, sizes and styles, but what makes a successful garden? Edward Flint’s philosophy on gardening combines traditional horticultural wisdom with a profound appreciation for the emotional and sensory experiences of gardens.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon as he explores the heart of good gardening—not just as design, but as a living craft. In this richly illustrated talk, Edward will delve into:

• Companionable planting and the art of plant relationships

• Balancing wildness with structure for lasting beauty

• Designing for emotion, seasonality, and the gardener’s presence

• Lessons from historic gardens and natural landscapes

Speaker: Edward Flint

With over 20 years experience lecturing at the renowned English Gardening School at Chelsea Physic Garden, Edward is now one of the most popular speakers at Great Dixter, where he helped develop the acclaimed ‘Art & Craft of Gardening’ courses. His talks are informal, lively, practical, irreverent, and fun. His earlier career included designing and building gardens across the UK and Europe, following an informal but formative apprenticeship at Great Dixter. However, Edward has always remained a true hands-on gardener, and currently serves as Head Gardener at a private family estate on the Kent/Sussex border.

This talk will be held both in-person and online with the option to listen to the recording of the talk for up to two weeks later. If opting to listen to the talk online, a Zoom link will be sent to all registered participants one week and 48 hours prior to the event.

In-person Tickets:
SGT Members: £12pp
Non-Members: £15pp

Online Tickets: £6pp