DATE: Wednesday, 7th June 2023 TIME: 10.30-13.00 LOCATION: Upper Sydling House, Up Sydling, Dorchester, Dorset DT2 9PH

PRICE: £65

With the peonies out, it is time to put them to good use, so we intend to show you how to incorporate them into a fabulous summer pedestal arrangement. This demonstration will demystify how one creates a large and beautiful pedestal arrangement which will be a fabulous way to greet guests in your home, in a marquee or in a church. With the party and wedding season upon us, it is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to do this; we will show you exactly what you will need to recreate this striking feature for your event - or maybe just to enjoy! The demonstration will feature peonies, early flowering roses and cut flowers that are out at this time.

Due to a huge personal love of peonies, we grow several varieties, including Dr Alexander Fleming, Sarah Bernhardt, Monsieur Jules Elie, Bowl of Beauty, Karl Rosenfeld, Felix Crousse, Red Charm, Buckeye Bell, Krinkled White and Alba Plena. There should, therefore, be plenty of the earlier flowering peonies to see at the time of this workshop.

We shall start the morning with coffee and cake on arrival and then take you over to the floral studio for our teacher Randal’s demonstration. Following the demonstration there will be a chance to have a guided tour around the garden before heading home inspired and ready to

create your own striking arrangement.

This workshop is suitable for all levels of experience, from beginners upwards.

Please note that our workshops are non refundable so please make sure that you are able to attend on the specified date. However, if Dorset Walled Garden has to postpone or cancel the event, then all monies will be refunded. We reserve the right to cancel this workshop if not enough places are booked onto the course .

Garden to Pedestal - Peonies Demonstration