March 27, 2018 , 7-9 p.m.
Tony Avent, the Indiana Jones of horticulture, travels the world in search of rare and exotic plants. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, the proprietor of Plant Delights Nursery and Juniper Level Botanical Garden, is a respected hybridizer of hostas who started propagating and selling plants as a hobby after his parents built him a greenhouse when he was only eight. He is a prolific gardening writer and contributing editor of Horticulture magazine. He has won numerous horticulture awards and has been featured on HGTV, PBS and Martha Stewart Living.
Join us for two special events with Tony Avent.
Cocktails and Travels with Tony
Tuesday, March 27, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
John Marshall Ballroom
Join friends and mingle with artistic and horticulture judges as you enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Susan Wight, GCV Flower Shows Chairman, will emcee a lively and casual discussion with Mr. Avent focusing on his adventurous plant hunting expeditions and his never ending quest for rare and exotic plants. Advance registration required. Fee $60 includes one drink and parking.