Bulbous and rhizomatous plants are highly prized in gardening and have been cultivated for centuries. They have storage organs that allow them to survive in adverse conditions, and they are ideal in gardens with a continental Mediterranean climate such as that of Madrid. By making a correct selection of species and varieties, we can achieve flowering throughout the year.
Through this workshop we will get to know the bulbous and rhizomatous plants of the Iberian Peninsula and their interest in gardening and landscaping. We will learn the cultivation and conservation of numerous genera, as well as how to choose those best adapted to our environment. In addition, we will take home a pot with bulbs to put what we have learned into practice.
Tutor: Silvia Villegas. Head of the seed bank and the bulb collection at the Real Jardín Botánico, CSIC. She has participated as a speaker in various conferences and courses.