PlantNetwork is the national network of botanic gardens, arboreta and other documented plant collections.
Promoting botanical collections in Britain and Ireland as a national resource for research, conservation and education.
Facilitating networking and training among holders of plant collections through a programme of conferences and workshops and a regular newsletter.
As well as a well referenced website.
Featured news and recent reports - see all news/meetings
Booking opens for Plant Trials and Promoting Good Plants at RHS Garden Wisley
Date posted: 4 June 2013
A meeting about the plant trials carried out every year by the Royal Horticultural Society.
St Andrews Botanic Garden under threat
Date posted: 19 March 2013
The garden has been described as a ‘hidden gem’ of Scotland but is under threat of closure from September 2013.
Mowing, Watering & Weeding: sustainable practices for public gardens
Reports now on line
University of York, 27-29 March 2012
Tree Health & Plant Biosecurity Action Plan
Date posted: 7 November 2011
In recognition of the increasing pest and disease threat to trees and the importance of wider plant biosecurity, a Tree Health & Plant Biosecurity Action Plan drawn up by Defra and the Forestry Commission was launched in mid-October 2011.
Global Strategy for Plant Conservation 2011 to 2020 – report
Date posted: 21 February 2012
‘Wild Plant Horizons’ is a report taking forward the Global Strategy for Plant Conservation 2011to 2020. It was launched on 20 January 2012 at a meeting at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh held in association with Plantlife.
