Garden Life

What’s Wrong With My Plant & What do I do about it. A lesson in determining the cause of a perceived problem.

Dr. Matthew Cromey was a Senior Plant Pathologist at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) in the UK. He developed strategies to manage diseases affecting ornamental and edible plants, combining RHS research findings with other sources to provide effective advice. While living in New Zealand, his work included diagnosing plant problems, conducting field research, and collaborating with various stakeholders to manage garden diseases. Dr. Cromey contributed to numerous scientific publications on plant pathology.

Canterbury Hydrangeas is a family-owned flower farm just west of Christchurch, growing hydrangeas, dahlias, sunflowers, amaranthus and foliage. Anna will share the story behind the farm, from its beginnings to her passion for growing hydrangeas.