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Make the most of your visit to Wisley by downloading our summer events list (750kB pdf).

Plan ahead with our calendar of events for 2012 (133kB pdf)

May

Take Chelsea home - 21 May-10 June

The Wisley Plant Centre will be featuring planting schemes from eight of the 2012 RHS Chelsea Flower Show Gardens. Take inspiration from the colourful displays and buy this year’s must-have plant combinations.

Photography morning - 26 May

Hemerocallis 'Burning Daylight'Join us as we open the garden early - the morning light is ideal for capturing those outstanding images of plants and wildlife. View event details

Mammillaria Society Show, Sale and AGM - 26 May

MammillariaCome along to the Hillside Event Centre to see Mammillaria and Thelocactus from two National Collections, as well as plant and seed sales and short talks. Times: 11am - 4pm. View event details

June

Diamond Jubilee at Wisley

Afternoon teaCelebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee with us - we have an exciting programme of events planned, including a charming garden party for all the family. View event details

Half term fun in the garden 2-10 June

Family in Rock Garden Join us for family fun this June half term. Make a day of it with crown making workshops, willow sculpture making, and even a British garden party! View event details

Introduction to soft fruit  - 7 June

RaspberriesLearn how to get the taste of summer in your garden with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and more. We'll look at planting, soils and siting, training, pruning and maintenance. View event details

Climbers for conservatories - 9 June

Pandorea 'Charisma'Learn how to make the most of your vertical space by growing plants that love to reach for the sky. Discover how to plant and care for your indoor climbers in this illustrated talk and demonstration. View event details

Father’s Day lunch - 17 June

Father and son This Father’s Day, enjoy the summer garden and treat dad to a hearty two-course meal in the Conservatory Dining Room. For bookings call 01483 225949. View menu

Roses & Clematis Evening - 28 June, 6.30pm

Talks from clematis expert Raymond Evison and Michael Marriott from David Austin Roses; planting demos, tours of the Rose Gardens and Mixed Borders plus tempting tasters in the Shop. Free event but by invitation, call 01483 211113 or email wisleyplantcentre@rhs.org.uk

Budding and grafting - 29 June

Grafting an appleThis workshop, aimed at the more experienced gardener, is a chance to learn the technical skills of grafting, in order to propagate and manipulate your plants with increased precision. View event details

July

What now? July and August - 2 July

Planting a hanging basketAre you new to gardening and unsure what exactly you should be doing when, or are you a keen gardener wanting tips on your timings? Let the RHS experts help you with tips, tricks and advice on seasonal tasks.  View event details

Members evenings - Thursdays in July (until 8pm)

Couple relaxing on bench Savour the long summer evenings and tranquillity of Wisley as the garden opens late to RHS Members. Booking not required, just turn up on the night and enjoy Wisley after hours. Last entry 7.30pm.

Best of British film nights - 13–15 July

The LadykillersJoin us on Seven Acres lawn for fantastic outdoor film screenings. Picnic, or treat yourself to ice cream and popcorn while enjoying the much-loved classics War Horse, The Ladykillers and Sense and Sensibility. Tickets £15 (plus £1 booking fee). View event details

Summer pruning of fruit trees and bushes - 21 July

SecateursDiscover how to correctly prune a range of fruit trees and bushes, including restricted forms, to ensure good crops of delicious fruit!   View event details

Plant of the month

Crocus tommasinianus

In late spring Styrax hemsleyanus is covered with graceful bell-shaped flowers. You can find beautiul examples on Battleston Hill, the Wild Garden and the Pinetum.

View our slideshow of what's looking good in the garden this month.

Download the Wisley Summer events list (750kB pdf)

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Plant Society events

Mammillaria

See the range of specialist events at RHS Garden Wisley focusing on particular plant groups.

Our next event is the Mammillaria Society Show on 26 May.

Courses at Wisley

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Wisley runs a number of workshops and short courses over the year  on subjects from pruning to painting.

Shopping & eating

Take your pick from our cafés and restaurants and enjoy a browse in the Gift Shop and Plant Centre.

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Wild About Gardens

Wild About Gardens

Want to know more about how you can make your garden a great place for wildlife.  Wild About Gardens has a wealth of information.