About the talk
Trees are some of the most revered, and ecologically important plants. The create a habitat for other organisms, they moderate the climate, but are also an important source of food and raw materials for humans. Their exuberant flowers, large size or bright autumn leaves brings us awe and their presence can be a source of comfort and calmness.
So much of our world relies on tress and yet we often know so little about their inner lives or how they managed to survive for centuries, irrespectively of what happened to and around them.
Using Hillside Garden as a living stage, you will embark on a journey through the fascinating world of trees. From when they start as a seedling, to becoming the tallest and oldest organisms on earth. You will know why trees have a single stem, why some shed their leaves, or what are the secrets behind their longevity.
If you would like to observe trees with a renewed interest and wonder, or simply know more about how they function, then this session is for you.
Facilities and session format
Meeting point is at Green Synergy main office at 49 Roman Pavement.
The talk will be delivered via 90min walk through Hillside Garden by our gardens manager, Ana Oliveira. Hillside Garden is fully wheelchair accessible.
Accessibility and practical information
Parking is available on Roman Pavement and Hillside Garden is a 2min walk from there. For more information on how to find us, including bus routes, visit How to Find Green Synergy – Green Synergy
Bring clothes, and footwear to remain comfortable outdoors. During wet weather, at least part of the talk will be delivered under cover.
Toilets in our main office will be available at the start and the end of the walk.
The walk will start promptly at 10am.
About Ana Oliveira
Ana is the gardens manager at Green Synergy and her professional experience includes botanical horticulture, garden management and garden design. Ana has a degree in Landscape Architecture and completed the Kew Diploma in Horticulture at Kew Gardens.
During her career, Ana explored how ecology and plant physiology supports our understanding and connection to the living world and our gardens. And how that understanding transforms the way we grow plants our engage with our surroundings.
