Death in the Garden: Poisonous Plants and their use throughout History, with Michael Brown

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Over the centuries poisonous plants have been used to remove an unwanted partner or rival, as aphrodisiacs, for pest control and the means to foretell the future or speak with the gods. Learn about the mysterious mandrake and how a pot of Basil helped to conceal a savage murder, until… Be warned, many of these plants may well be growing in your garden. Michael has been interested in history and gardening for as long as he can remember. Now known as the Historic Gardener he researched and designed the medieval gardens at the Prebendal Manor, Nassington, experimenting with medieval gardening methods and the uses of plants. Michael lectures on early gardens, gardening and plants and has an MA in Garden History. *Please detail any accessibility requirements, including BSL requests, on your booking form.