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From parliament to the plot and beyond

Jonathan Sheppard


Regions:
East Midlands, Yorkshire & Humber
Notice Period:
Regular (more than one month's notice)
Type:
Multi Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medal winner
Fee:
Paid
Category:
Hobbies
Updated:
9th June 2026
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An in conversation style talk that takes the audience on a journey from working in politics, to setting up two National Plant Collection, to finally exhibiting at the Chelsea Flower show winning multiple gold medals (the first in history) for growing cosmos.

The talk will cover the shock of witnessing a terror attack which caused a pivot in lifestyle choice, to growing for HM The Queen, and much more

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About Jonathan Sheppard

Having worked in politics and corporate communications for over 2 decades Jonathan used his 2 acre plot to establish two National Plant Collctions before then working to become a multi gold medal winner at the Chelsea Flower show.

Jonathan gives talks which run through the journey from one career to the pinnacle of growing achievement all inspired by a pack of seeds.


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