The Perennial Plant Symposium is the only yearly symposium devoted entirely to perennials. This industry-focused conference brings together more than 500 professionals for networking, learning, and special events. The symposium moves to a different region each year, giving participants a unique experience and insight into the region’s perennial scene.
This year’s symposium takes place at the Hilton North Raleigh/Midtown, in the horticulturally vibrant Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina region. You can explore outstanding local gardens, visit vibrant retail garden centers, and tour innovative production facilities. You’ll also hear and engage with industry experts from around the world. Most importantly, you’ll spend time with the best in the industry.
Registration is now open at http://ppa2018raleigh.com/register/ with early bird discount rates through June 15. Customize your experience and maximize your time at the symposium with our range of registration options. The PPA 2018 Symposium E-Brochure is now available to download at http://ppa2018raleigh.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/PPA_2018_Symposium_E-Brochure.pdf. This brochure provides attendees with a detailed overview of all the happenings and events throughout the symposium. The symposium also welcomes perennial enthusiasts with a full day of Plant Talks on Monday, which are open to the general public and industry professionals.
The roster of 20+ speakers includes:
Patrick McMillan – Naturalist, author, educator, and creative force behind Emmy award-winning Expeditions with Patrick McMillan
Fergus Garrett – Head Gardener, Great Dixter
Richard Olsen – Director, United States National Arboretum
Christian Kress – Founder, Sarastro-Stauden Nursery
Ron Gagliardo – Manager, Horticultural Services, Amazon.com LLC
Ann English – Program Manager, RainScapes Program in the Watershed Mmgt. Div. of the Montgomery County, MD Dept. of Environmental Protection
Anne Spafford – Associate Professor of Landscape Design, North Carolina State University
Richard Hartlage – Founding Principal/CEO, Land Morphology
Tour sites include:
JC Raulston Arboretum
Sarah P. Duke Gardens
Hoffman Nursery, Inc.
Plant Delights Nursery & Juniper Level Botanic Garden
Metrolina Greenhouses
Niche Gardens
North Carolina State Farmers’ Market
Big Bloomers Flower Farm
