Inspiring Gardens and Green Therapies with Dr Richard Claxton

Send us a Text Message.Welcome to this insightful episode of The Cutflower Podcast. Today, we're joined by Richard Claxton, a dedicated Trustee of the Greenfingers Charity, and your host, Roz Chandler. Together, we'll embark on a journey to discover the profound influence of gardens in children's hospices and delve into the wide-reaching advantages of green therapies. Let's dive in!key takeaways:1. Greenfingers Charity's Mission: The Greenfingers Charity is committed to funding and creating gardens in children's hospices across the UK. This initiative aims to provide a peaceful and therapeutic environment for children, their families, and staff.2. Holistic Approach to Garden Design: Richard Claxton emphasizes the importance of considering the diverse needs of individuals using these gardens, including children with varying abilities, their families, and healthcare professionals. The gardens serve as a respite for everyone involved.3. Benefits Beyond Physical Health: Beyond the obvious physical health benefits, these gardens offer a space for emotional and mental well-being. They provide solace, tranquility, and a sense of normalcy, which can be invaluable in challenging times.4. Community and Cohesion: Green spaces in healthcare settings foster a sense of community and cohesion. They bring people together, creating a supportive network that extends beyond the immediate healthcare environment.5. Economic Benefits of Green Therapies: There is a growing body of evidence demonstrating the cost-effectiveness of investing in gardens and green therapies. Reduced healthcare costs and improved well-being contribute to a substantial return on investment.6. The Vision for the Future: The ultimate goal is to have gardens in every hospice in the UK, ensuring that every child has access to this invaluable resource. This vision extends to broader implementation of green therapies in healthcare and community settings.7. Opportunities for Volunteering: Richard Claxton's passion for this cause is infectious, inspiring potential volunteers to get involved. Whether through teaching, designing, or fundraising, there are numerous ways to contribute to this vital mission.8. Upcoming Events: Keep an eye out for the conference on October 9th, a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the transformative power of gardens and green therapies. New Catalogue Out Now, Oct 23, https://plantsofdistinction.co.uk  use the code CUTFLOWER30 for 30% off your order. Flower Farmers Retreat 2024 (21 &22 September): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/businessretreat2024 2024 Farm Day at Field Gate Farm (10 August): https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/farmvisit A Cut Above Waitlist: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/ACutAboveWaitlist The Growth Club: https://fieldgateflowers.kartra.com/page/thegrowthclub Lots of free resources on our website: https://thecutflowercollective.co.uk/cut-flower-resources/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldgateflowers Facebook Group 'Cut Flower Farming - Growth and Profit in your business' https://www.facebook.com/groups/449543639411874 Facebook Group 'The Cut Flower Collection' https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowercollection

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If you love cut flowers you are in the right place. The host Roz Chandler has been a cut flower farmer for nearly ten years and is passionate about helping others to have their own cutting patches. This podcast is for you if:-. You currently grow or want to grow cut flowers for pleasure or profit and be part of a growing community. Your host is passionate about reducing the number of cut flowers travelling many thousands of miles from across the globe and therefore helping to reduce the carbon footprint on our planet for our children and their children. Cut flower guests will join us on this journey. We look forward to welcoming you to our community. We would love you to subscribe to this podcast and join our communities online. We do have two Facebook groups:-For Beginners and those looking to grow for pleasure - https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnwiththecutflowercollectiveFor those wanting to start flower farming or indeed are flower farmers:-https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutflowerfarming