Chelsea Flowers in Stanford 2025: Talks in Town 

From 10 - 24 September 2025, Chelsea Flowers in Stanford, in conjunction with the Stanford in Bloom spring festival, presents Talks in Town.

Behind the Scenes with Botanical Experts

Talks in Town brings together some of the most respected names in gardening and botanical art to share their knowledge and stories.

The series will include both ticketed talks by guest speakers and free sessions that don’t require tickets.

Guest Speakers - Tickets Required (R80 per session)

• Leon Kluge - Award-Winning Landscape Designer
• Tristan Woudberg - Botanical Artist and Landscape Gardener
• Tanya Visser aka 'The Gardener'- Celebrity Garden Guru
• Vicki Thomas - Acclaimed Botanical Artist
• Helen Boem - Floral Development Manager for All RHS Shows in the United Kingdom

Guest Speakers - Free Talks (no pre-booking required)

• Hayley Cawthra - Specialist Scientist and Research Associate for Coastal Palaeoscience
• Rupert Koopman - Botanist Passionate About Fynbos
• Sean Privett - Conservation Director of the Grootbos Foundation and Fynbos Champion
• Plus: Other fascinating talks presented by the Grootbos Foundation Conservation Research Unit

Don’t Miss Talks in Town

Talks in Town is a rare opportunity to hear from leading experts in gardening and botanical art, as they share their knowledge and passion. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or simply interested in South Africa’s unique flora, the Talks in Town series offers valuable insights for all.

Tickets are available on Webtickets and at Pick and Pay, so secure your place at this inspiring festival event.

BOOK TICKETS FOR TALKS IN TOWN HERE

Read more about Chelsea Flowers in Stanford here.