Dan the Plant Man
"Green Insights with Dan: The Plant Industry Podcast"
Join Dan, a plant broker with over 14 years in the gardening industry, as he delves into the vibrant world of plants with industry insiders.
From landscapers and horticulturalists to nursery experts and suppliers, each episode features engaging conversations about their personal journeys, professional experiences, and the latest trends. Whether you’re a dedicated green thumb or just curious about the plant world, tune in for inspiring stories, practical advice, and a closer look at the people shaping the green industry.
Dan the Plant Man
EPISODE 003: Floriade Landscape Industry Display Gardens
Welcome back to the Dan the Plant Man podcast! In this episode, we're joined by Jarrod Poole and Dougal King, as well as myself and Michael Blasch from CIT. Together, we make up the Floriade Committee, working to promote the landscape industry here in Canberra by pushing for more display gardens.
For those unfamiliar, Floriade is Canberra's iconic flower and entertainment festival held annually in Commonwealth Park. With over 400,000 visitors each year, it features stunning displays of flowering bulbs, sculptures, and artistic designs, drawing inspiration from its Latin roots meaning "to design with flowers."
This year, we’ve had seven display gardens created by various landscape contractors and designers. Our conversation highlights the hard work behind these gardens and the generous support from suppliers and sponsors. Whether you're in the industry or simply a fan of Floriade, this episode is packed with valuable insights.
If you’re a landscaper or designer looking to get involved next year, we’d love to have 10 display gardens in 2025! Feel free to reach out via Instagram @theplantmanisdan.
Enjoy this insightful chat with Jared Poole, Dougal King, and myself, and don’t forget—Floriade runs until October 13, 2024, so be sure to check it out!
Dan the Plant Man is produced by myself and the wonderful Krizel Hidalgo. The theme song is thanks to the incredibly talented Jack Biilmann, who you can find all over Spotify, the internet, Touring Australia, and in our show notes. And if you want to say hi, the best way to do that is to head to our Instagram, which is @theplantmanisdan or email us at hello@dantheplantman.com.au
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