Founded in August 1986 with the inaugural gathering of the Ornamental Plant Collections Association (OPCA), Plant Trust is marking its 40th anniversary in 2026.
To commemorate this milestone, we are delighted to invite you and a guest to join us as we celebrate four decades of Plant Trust at our 40th Anniversary Celebratory Lunch at Domain House on Wednesday 12 August. Please find your invitation attached.
We are also pleased to announce that Richard Barley MBE, former Director of Gardens at Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, will speak at the event, alongside our President, Stephen Ryan. Together, they will reflect on their connection to Plant Trust, its journey over the past 40 years, and its continuing relevance today.
Full details, including the time, venue, and RSVP information, are included in the attached invitation.
We do hope you can join us for this special milestone celebration.
PS. We are also delving into our archives to share highlights from our early years, including origin stories and historical documents. If you have memories, materials or anecdotes you would like to contribute, we would love to hear from you and include your perspective in the celebration.