John Steedman - Gardening Talks
John Steedman offers a series of talks covering various aspects of gardening and natural history.
John's Experience
John has wide experience in horticulture, having worked as gardener at Fletcher Moss Gardens (Manchester); teacher in Manchester City Council training school; plant buyer; manager of horticultural centres in Heaton and Wythenshawe Parks; and finally manager of Fletcher Moss Gardens.
He has also given a wide variety of gardening talks and advice to the citizens of Manchester, written articles for the gardening press, and done television and radio work.
John has a variety of subjects for his entertaining talks, ranging from garden planning to pests & diseases, from trees to houseplants - you name it, he can deal with it! Click here for the full list.
If you want a dry boring talk, don't ask John.
He seeks to bring your plants and gardens alive with interest and enjoyment. He is relaxed and easy to talk with, and puts you at your ease.
He encourages your questions, and always leaves time for you.
These talks are aimed at horticultural societies, wildlife clubs and more general social groups.