What's in the autumn issue
The Westonbirt Magazine is produced by the Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum for its membership; to inform Friends about events, to engage Friends in issues that affect the arboretum, and to share enjoyment in and knowledge of this world-renowned tree collection. Here's what's in the autumn 2012 issue...
For the first time, we bring you an interview with the Director of Westonbirt Arboretum - Simon Toomer. You'll be able to read more about how he started working at Westonbirt, 12 years ago, and what his personal vision is for the arboretum.
There are no less than 3 very fine features by members of the Tree Team:
Dan Crowley tells us more about the Signature Species that form the backbone of the collection here.
Raef Johnson describes the trees he encountered in the Caucasus and where we can find those species around the arboretum.
Penny Jones shares her excitement at the new, bespoke propagation facilities that have been funded by the Friends and built inside 4 months.
There are some beautiful autumn photographs to enjoy, but do watch out for the spiders.
The rainfall chart is back - bigger and better than ever with some quirky weather facts from Sally Day.
In this Jubilee and Olympic year, Hugh Angus advises us on how to choose a commemorative tree to plant.
We also celebrate one of my favourite foods - wild blackberries - with a recipe by Charlotte Pike who will be cooking alongside Rob Rees at Treefest. There are two pages of Treefest tempters in the magazine too.
I hope you enjoy it!
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