The Bedford Garden Club is set to welcome the proprietor of Chelmsford’s renowned Semper Virens Flower Studio for an engaging discourse on the art of cultivating small yet bountiful gardens aimed at yielding fresh blooms for floral arrangements.
Scheduled to be held on Tuesday, June 11, at the First Church of Christ, Congregational, 25 The Great Road, this public event promises insights into the intricacies of creating a productive cutting garden. Commencing with a social gathering at 9:30 a.m. in Upper Fellowship Hall, the session will segue into a concise organizational assembly at 10 a.m., paving the way for guest speaker Mary Beth Hayes from Semper Virens Flowers to unveil the secrets behind “Create Your Own Cutting Garden.”
Embracing a design philosophy deeply rooted in harmonizing with nature through the utilization of the freshest seasonal blossoms, Hayes champions the allure of unexpected floral varieties and textures.
During her presentation, Hayes will delineate a comprehensive guide to cultivating resilient plant species, optimal soil preparation techniques, effective maintenance strategies, adept harvesting practices, flower conditioning methods, end-of-season protocols, and more. Moreover, attendees will be treated to a demonstration of crafting a spiral hand-tied bouquet, showcasing Hayes’ expertise and creativity.
Before embarking on her entrepreneurial journey in the realm of floral design, specializing in weddings and other celebratory occasions, Hayes amassed two decades of experience as an environmental consultant. This background underscores her commitment to environmental sustainability, evident in her conscientious adoption of recycled materials, on-site composting initiatives, and sustainable operational practices aimed at minimizing her shop’s ecological footprint.
