Dive into the 25-year evolutionary process of famed plantsman and Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s VP of Horticulture Andrew Bunting’s private garden.
Hear how Bunting transformed his suburban Philadelphia property into a renowned private garden consisting of multiple unique small spaces including his newly established gravel garden that was featured in The New York Times. Learn how a professional designs containers for the summer, herbaceous borders, and woodland gardens with a pond. Be inspired by how a joint project with a neighbor helped to create a 4,000 square foot fruit and vegetable garden, providing the best of each season’s bounty. Finally, gain insight into Bunting’s approach to garden design, plant choice, seasonal displays, and his maintenance regime. This lecture tells the story of one person’s ongoing trials and tribulations in creating a home garden that will inspire all.
Location
The Visitor Center Auditorium
Instructor
Andrew Bunting
Andrew Bunting is Vice President of Horticulture and leads the utilization of planting and design to promote environmentally sound gardening practices at PHS. Bunting has elevated each of the departments he oversees and has increased the brand and visibility of PHS through their respective work.
Bunting received his B.S. in Plant and Soil Science from Southern Illinois University. Prior to arriving at PHS, he worked at the Chicago Botanic Garden, Chanticleer Garden, and the Scott Arboretum for a tenure of 27 years. He has received the American Public Gardens Association’s Professional Citation, Chanticleer Scholarship in Professional Development, and the Certificate of Merit from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. He also serves on the Board of Magnolia Society International. Bunting published his first book in 2015, “The Plant Lover’s Guide to Magnolias.”
