Alan Titchmarsh thanks dedicated and 'eccentric' Plant Heritage Collection holders for safeguarding the future health of plants and gardens

During a speech on press day at RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2 July 2018, Alan Titchmarsh, President of the plant conservation charity Plant Heritage which is celebrating it's 40th anniversary this year, paid tribute to the hundreds of plant enthusiasts who dedicate themselves to curating National Plant Collections across the nation.

Helleborus spp. & hybrids Open Day - Kingsley, Staffordshire

Sunday 3rd March 2019

Open day to see the National Plant Collection, Helleborus spp. & hybrids. A complete Collection of all known Helleborus species plus all primary hybrids & inter sectional hybrids. The National Plant Collection also comprises over 500 helleborus x hybridus including named plants from the famous breeders Helen Ballard & Eric Smith. One full set is housed in a large polytunnel, so can be viewed even during inclement weather.