Peter Symes

Amazing horticulturists @ RBG_Victoria. One exciting development was the renewal of the Herb and Medicinal Garden soil-less potting mixes containing Biochar. This followed discussions with Renee (who is a living encyclopedia on herbal and medicinal plants). #herbs #Medicine

Well done @MonreiA14453 ! looking forward to seeing more of your work in the future too

Since 2013, involved with amazing people in the Gaza Strip to support wellbeing and manage post-traumatic stress through greening. Learn more - radio at 8:30 am AEST 3cr.org.au/streaming sustain.org.au/seeds-for-a-ju… incl events on 25 and 27 November 2025. #food #plants #gaza

Jardin botanique de Lyon, France holds one of the largest outdoor potted xerophyte collections that I have seen. Some task to move these for winter protection. #botanic #jardin #france #gardens #succulents

Appreciated this unique approach to show different forms of the same tree species along this path in the Cambridge University Botanic Garden. This technique can include more environmental tolerance and planting diversity within the landscape #tree #botanicgarden

Amazing - saw this branch grafting form of Parrotia persica (Hamamelidaceae) in the Cambridge University Botanic Garden. Normally noted for stunning autumn colour and bark texture, this deciduous tree is native to northern Iran and Azerbaijan #tree #botanicgardens

I am asking for your support for my family in Gaza. chuffed.org/project/140785…

Areas of Lyon, France are on the flood plains of the Rhone & Saone rivers which has influenced the soil profile - natural structural soils may prevent compaction for these Platanus x hispanica. Look at pits & trenches when roaming landscapes.... #france #trees #soil #landscapes

Thladiantha dubia is a new plant for me - seen at the 2025 Jardin des plantes, Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle. It is a tuberous, climbing cucurbit from Russia, N. China & Korea. Some medicinal and culinary uses. #botanicgardens #gardens #plants #france

A 400 year old Phillyrea latifolia Oleaceae in the Jardin des plantes de Montpellier - what a magnificent specimen! Potentially threatened by future climate change in these Gardens. #botanic #botanicgarden #France #climatechange #jardin

Jardin des Plantes Nantes features interesting whimsical installations by artist Jean Jullien, including a children's playground with giant flowerpots. #france #botanic #botanicgarden #sculptures

Not what you would expect to see at a railway station (Gare de Nantes). Terrific to see old friends & other plants of the living collections of Jardin des plantes de Nantes extended into public spaces. #botanic #botanicgarden #urbangreening #france #garden

Back to the France adventure ..... It was fascinating discovering Jardin des plantes de Montpellier (1593) - France's oldest botanic garden. Many thanks to Curator Emmanuel Spiq who was warmly welcoming and enthusiastic #climatechange #botanic #gardens #adaptation #france

The journey continues..... Grateful to crew at the Cambridge University Botanic Garden, UK. Ably hosted by Samuel Brockington Prof. & Curator, and Angela Cano (amongst several) we discussed climate change adaptation in botanic gardens #climatechange #botanic #gardens #adaptation

Wow factor! - discovered this intriguing endangered species, Musella lasiocarpa #Musaceae (Golden Lotus Banana) in the Jardin des Serres d’auteuil, Paris . A montane dwelling plant found up to 2,300 metres in Yunnan and Sichuan Provinces, China.

Please note an interesting and exciting new role being offered at the Royal Horticultural Society in the UK. Head of Cultivated Plant Diversity, £54,457 - £68,908 see role here tinyurl.com/7set8cva

@GC2288 Gary Chan advocates tirelessly for others around the world. I am privileged to be his friend and colleague and look forward the NGO International Film Festival in Melbourne. Hint - it may even include botanic gardens in its activities see thengoiff.com

bbc.com/news/articles/… great story - well done @fossilplants !

On bganz.org.au/botanic-garden… - enjoyed spending some hours at the emerging Grampians/Gariwerd Endemic Botanic Garden and chatting to Jill Burness, Director Native Gardens Lead. Inspiring work on tight budgets! #native-gardens" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">wama.net.au/the-wama-exper…

Terrific evening presenting with @davekendal on climate change risks for plants for Royal Botanical Garden of Madrid - Master in Historic Gardens and Ecosystem Services of Green Infrastructure. rjb.csic.es/educacion/post… #ClimateAction #plants