Join the Conservancy’s own Robert McCombs, one of the stewards of the beautiful heritage rose collection at Hampton Park’s historic Rose Pavilion, and local Noisette rose authority Beth Ilderton as they discuss and demonstrate the care of Lowcountry roses. Topics will include best selections for the Lowcountry, planting, fertilization, pest control and all important pruning best practices. Robert and Beth will also dive into the fascinating history of the Noisette rose and its connection to the Lowcountry.

Tickets are $50 and include one drink ticket and charcuterie. Additional beverages will be available for purchase.

A selection of rare Noisette roses from local grower Beth Ilderton and other Lowcountry rose favorites will be available for purchase.

Read more about the Conservancy’s and Ms. Ilderton’s experience with growing roses in the Lowcountry.

Proceeds help fund the Charleston Parks Conservacy’s continued beautification and maintenance of the Rose Pavilion at Hampton Park.

About Beth Ilderton

A retired art historian and arts administrator, Elizabeth Ilderton is a passionate gardener who learns through trial and error (dead plants) and the study of horticulture. A former NC Master Gardener, she discovered noisette roses when she moved to SC.

She has studied, grown and propagated many noisette roses for fifteen years. She currently grows 12 types of Noisettes, from the common Blush Noisette to the massive climbing Reve ‘Or. She is a member of the Charleston Horticultural Society.

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