Oran Peri will present on alpine bulbs he encountered during his travels, as well as his nursery ” Seeds of Peace”
Oron Peri travels in alpine regions around the world. His presentation today will focus on bulbs he has met on his adventures. Oron is a Plantsman, botanist and author as well as a leader of botanical tours in different parts of the world, born in Jerusalem where his family has been living for many generations.
He is a world expert on Bulbous plants of the Mediterranean and his book 'Bulbs of the Eastern Mediterranean' was published in 2015.
Oron is the owner of 'Seeds of Peace', a nursery specializing in bulbs mainly from the Mediterranean and South Africa. https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2015/apr/04/gardens-oron-peri-eastern-mediterranean-plants
Seedex preview
The November meeting will feature images of plants whose seeds are available in our Annual Seedex. This is an opportunity to see plants ahead of the publication of the seed exchange in early December.
2023/11/12 - 2023/11/12
Toronto Botanical Garden
777 Lawrence Ave E, North York, ON M3C 1P2
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