Colin is a Horticultural Consultant specialising in garden planning, planting design and ecological functionality.
He is currently a Horticulturist and Consultant, working across craft gardening, design, planning and project management on a range of projects in the UK and further afield.
Experience
Colin’s background and experience includes:
- Living Landscapes Development Manager / Educator – Eden Project (2 Years)
- Specialist / Skilled Horticulturist – Eden Project (3 Years)
- Nursery Manager – Surreal Succulents (5 Years)
- Gardener – St. Michael’s Mount (3 Years)
- Assistant Head Gardener – Flambards (8 Months)
Colin’s report on Ecological Planting in the 21st Century was published by the Hardy Plant Society.
In 2023 Colin was selected as a Longwood Fellow, a public garden management programme at Longwood Gardens in the US.
Education, Memberships & Awards
- MSc Sustainability & Ecology; Centre For Alternative Technology
- National Diploma in Ornamental Horticulture (Distinction); The Cornwall College Group
- Master of Horticulture (Distinction); Royal Horticultural Society
- Longwood Fellows Programme
- MA Modern History; University of London
- BA History; University of London
- Basic Tree Surveying & Inspection; Arboricultural Association
- Member of the Chartered Institute of Horticulture
- Member of the Professional Gardener’s Guild