Lindley Live - Digging up Trouble: The Life of Miss Ellen Willmott

Discover the story of a trailblazing gardener at our lunchtime talk.

Born in 1858, Ellen Willmott FLS, VMH (Fellow of the Linnean Society, Victoria Medal of Honour) was in time to become one of Britain’s most eminent horticulturists.

She was a respected woman, but also a controversial figure - said to have carried a handbag full of seeds and a loaded revolver.

Join this talk to uncover the story of her life and accomplishments, as well as the myths surrounding her.

The RHS Lindley Library is open Tuesday to Friday, 10.00am - 4.00pm. RHS membership not required. Come early to browse of collection of modern titles and changing display.

Register your interest to receive an event reminder before the talk. The show and tell begins at 1.15pm.

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Lindley Live

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Printing Petals: Flowers in 'Botanica in originali' - Tuesday 1 October

Coffee, Adulterated! Crimes Against Caffeine - Tuesday 15 October

And, discover our Lindley Lates programme of evening talk and workshops.

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Contact

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