Big Trees at RHS Rosemoor

Step into the world of big trees! Explore the notable trees at RHS Rosemoor and learn about their character, history and garden value.

There are a number of Champion Trees and other significant and notable trees growing at RHS Rosemoor – many of which pre-date the garden as we know it today. Find out more about them through a discussion of their history, character and garden value.

Learn about their seasonal interest and find out more about how different trees and in particular, large trees, have significant benefits for wildlife. You will enjoy a garden walk with tutor Susie Hauxwell to view and discuss the big trees in situ at RHS Rosemoor.

Tutor: Susie Hauxwell has been working within the horticulture industry for 25 years, including 15 years working in the Curatorial Team at RHS Rosemoor. She has more recently been Programme Manager for the Horticultural Apprenticeship programme at Bicton College, and is currently running her own horticultural consultancy business. Amongst her horticultural qualifications, Susie has extensive horticultural machinery tickets, the RHS General, Advanced and Practical Certificate in Horticulture and the Master of Horticulture (RHS).

Location and arrival information: The workshop will be split between the Peter Buckley Learning Centre, and outside in the Garden. Please allow 15 minutes to park in the main visitor car park, enter the garden and get to the Learning Centre.  

Catering: Tea / coffee and biscuits will be available in the classroom at the start of the session. You are welcome to visit the onsite catering before or after your workshop. Full details of the available outlets and what they offer are on the RHS Rosemoor Food and Drink page of the RHS website.

For this workshop you will need:

• Your booking reference number to show to the team at the Garden Entrance. 
• A notebook and pencil to make notes.
• A camera to take photographs to support your learning.
• Clothing suitable for being indoors and outdoors, appropriate to weather on the day, and closed-toed shoes.

Skill Level: General – I want to enjoy, discover or learn from this workshop, whatever what my existing skill level.