In this engaging talk, Matthew Wilson reflects on his time managing two of the UK’s most iconic RHS gardens — Hyde Hall in Essex and Harlow Carr in Harrogate — offering a behind-the-scenes look at the contrasting transformations of these gardens.
During his tenure with the Royal Horticultural Society, Matthew played a key role in shaping both gardens, bringing his creative vision, practical experience and deep understanding of landscape design to the fore. At Hyde Hall, he oversaw significant developments on a dry, windy hilltop site, turning it into a flourishing garden showcasing drought-tolerant planting and innovative design. In contrast, Harlow Carr in Yorkshire, with its cooler, wetter climate, demanded a different approach — one that embraced its naturalistic setting and northern heritage.
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