The Adam Greathead Award
The Adam Greathead Award is a unique opportunity, sponsored by the Ashwood Charitable Trust, for an aspiring horticulturist to spend twelve months working and learning in two renowned gardens.
The Award is named in memory of Adam Greathead, an inspirational Head Gardener at John’s Garden from 2014-2017. Adam passed away suddenly in 2017, aged only 27. Read more
Fundraising for the award comes from John’s Garden Open Days and private donations. We are also grateful to have received grants for the Adam Greathead Award from the following:
Grace Charity | The Studley Trust | The Finnis Scott Foundation | The Worshipful Company of Gardeners.
Six months at John's Garden
The successful applicant will spend six months at John’s Garden at Ashwood Nurseries in the West Midlands. This outstanding garden, regarded as one of the finest private gardens in the UK, is the creation of nursery owner John Massey and has been featured on TV on numerous occasions.
Six months at Great Dixter
The successful applicant will also spend six months at Great Dixter in East Sussex, the garden of the late great Christopher Lloyd, and now a centre for horticultural education as well as a huge source of inspiration to everyone who visits.
Who can apply?
Applicants should be 18 or over and resident in England or Wales. They should have a strong enthusiasm for horticulture, a love of plants and a willingness to take on practical tasks and see them through to completion. The successful applicant will receive a salary in line with the national minimum wage.
Please read additional important information before completing and submitting the application form.