Classes
5 West Stockbridge Road Stockbridge, MA 01262 413-298-3926
berkshirebotanical.org
at The Berkshire Botanical Garden from September to December 2012
Lectures, Workshops Rosemary Verey: The Life and Lessons of a Legendary Gardener Rosemary Verey was the last of the great English garden legends to penetrate this century. Although she embraced gardening late in life, she quickly achieved international renown. She was the acknowledged apostle of the “English style” on display at her home at Barnsley House, the “must-have” advisor to the rich and famous, including Prince Charles and Elton John, and a beloved and wildly popular lecturer in America. Join Barbara Paul Robinson for an intimate look into the life and gardens of this iconic gardener. A book sale and signing of Barbara’s newly published Rosemary Verey: The Life and Lessons of a Legendary Gardener, will follow the talk. During a sabbatical from the law firm Debevoise & Plimpton, where she was the first woman partner, Barbara Paul Robinson worked as a gardener for Rosemary Verey at Barnsley House. A hands-in-the-dirt gardener herself, she and her husband created their own gardens at Brush Hill in northwest Connecticut, featured in articles, books, and television. A frequent speaker, Barbara has published articles in The New York Times, Horticulture, Fine Gardening, and Hortus.
Join Barbara Paul Robinson on Thursday afternoon, August 9 at 5pm for a lecture/book sale and signing Cost: Members $22; Nonmember $27
Fall Field Trip New York Botanical Garden: Monet’s Garden Thursday, September 13, 8am – 6pm
Field trip Members $99; Nonmembers $120 All levels, bring bagged lunch and dress for the weather Join staff from the Berkshire Botanical Garden for a trip to the New York Botanical Garden at the height of the late summer bloom and to view the acclaimed show Monet’s Garden. Garden staff from BBG will lead a tour of the gardens, including the Ladies Border, the Herb Garden, the Jane Watson Irwin Perennial Garden and the spectacular Seasonal Walk, designed by superstar designers Piet Oudolf and Jaqueline Van de Kloet. For those interested in trees we will explore the Benson
Ornamental Conifer Garden and the many small ornamental specimen trees on the grounds. Garden staff will answer questions and share horticultural insights throughout the day. Included in the cost of the trip is a ticket to view the special event Monet’s Garden in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, which has been transformed into a floral masterpiece of Monet’s idyllic garden in Giverny, France. Monet’s most famous subjects, water lilies, including many of them the varieties he grew, are featured in the Conservatory Courtyard Pools. This is a fantastic opportunity to view the exhibition at it's peak. Two paintings by Monet—one which has never been publicly exhibited in the United States—will be on display. There will be unstructured time to visit areas of specific interest in the afternoon. Participants will travel by coach. Snacks and afternoon beverage will be provided. Bring sturdy walking shoes, warm waterproof outerwear and an umbrella. The bus will depart from Berkshire Botanical Garden promptly at 8am and return promptly at 6pm.
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