Rosy Hardy talk series: Early Autumn Flowering Perennials

Rosy Hardy's talks have become a firm favourite with gardeners of all levels — from complete beginners to seasoned professionals — and it's easy to see why. In a friendly, relaxed setting at the nursery, Rosy shares her hard-won knowledge with characteristic warmth and enthusiasm, and even the most experienced attendees rarely leave without picking up something new.

Rosy's talks are designed as a series, running throughout the growing season, so there's always something timely and relevant to explore. Each talk focuses on a carefully chosen selection of plants from the nursery — expect honest advice on how to grow them well, inspired planting combinations, and tips on avoiding the common pitfalls. Come ready to be inspired.

• Wear sturdy, non-slip shoes — our paths are rough and uneven
• If it's cold, dress in layers; if it's a hot day, light breathable clothing is best
• Talks take place in our large barn or a polytunnel depending on the weather — tunnels heat up quickly, so please let the speaker know if you feel too hot at any point; we can open vents and doors easily
• Please be aware of moving vehicles on site — pay attention when crossing the yard and avoid lingering in the staff car park area in front of the large barn
• You will be given a brief fire safety chat before your talk or workshop begins
• We have a no smoking policy in all buildings on site, including the propagation house, polytunnels and shade tunnels
• All attendees will be contacted a few days before the event — if you haven't received an email please contact us at info@hardysplants.co.uk
• If you or a member of your party has mobility problems, please let us know in advance and we will arrange a parking space as close to the seating area as possible

Parking: Parking is in the retail customer car park — first on the right if approaching from the B3400 London Road, turning up Priory Lane — unless we instruct you otherwise.

On arrival: You will be greeted by a Hardy's staff member who will direct you to register and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee before your talk or workshop begins.

Tea, Coffee and Biscuits included in ticket price.

• Tea and coffee are provided before your talk or workshop
• There will be a tea and coffee break with biscuits during the session; workshops include a break with cake
• If you have any food intolerances, allergies or dietary preferences please let us know in advance and we will do our best to accommodate you
• If you have a serious food allergy or intolerance, you may wish to bring your own snacks
• We cannot guarantee a nut or allergen-free environment

• We regret we are unable to offer refunds on talks and workshops, but we can offer transfers to an alternative date (subject to availability and sufficient notice):

a.2 weeks' notice — full transfer to another event of the same value

b.1 week's notice — 50% refund

c.Less than 2 days' notice — no refund available

• Friends or family are welcome to attend in your place, provided we are notified at least one working day before the event — please provide their name

• If Hardy's cancels a talk or workshop, you will be offered a full transfer or a full refund
• We reserve the right to remove anyone from the nursery if their behaviour is considered likely to cause offence or nuisance to other visitors or staff