Garden Conservancy Speaker Series: Grow Fruits & Vegetables in Pots: Lessons from Great Dixter

In this illustrated talk, Aaron Bertelsen will discuss his philosophy that no matter how small the space, there exists tremendous opportunity to take an active role in your own food system.  Mr. Bertelsen believes that “growing your own – or at least some of your own [food] – is one of the most effective ways of changing your attitude to what, and how, you cook and eat.”

Lecturer:  Aaron Bertelsen
In 1996, Mr. Bertelsen went to England to volunteer in the garden at Great Dixter, the family home of celebrated gardener and writer Christopher Lloyd (1921-2006), whose vision and dedication established its extensive gardens as a place of pilgrimage for horticulturalists from around the world.  Today, under Bertelsen’s stewardship, the Great Dixter kitchen garden continues to flourish.  Bertelsen subsequently studied for a diploma in Horticulture at Kew Gardens, England, and spent two years at the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens in Israel, where he is still a trustee.  Bertelsen returned to Great Dixter in 2005, becoming the vegetable gardener and cook in 2007.

Doors open at 6 p.m.; illustrated talk at 6:30 p.m., book signing and light reception, including one of Aaron’s recipes at 7:30 p.m.

Fee:  $40 ($30, Garden Conservancy Member, Botanical Garden Member)
Registration

For more information, visit https://www.sabot.org/greatdixter/ or call 210-536-1400.