First production horticulture work experience bursaries awarded

The Colegrave Seabrook Foundation recently announced the first recipients of its new production horticulture work experience bursary. Launched this year with funding from the RHS Bursaries Committee and organised in partnership with Hillier Nurseries, the scheme offers horticultural students and early-career professionals the opportunity to gain two weeks of hands-on experience at the internationally renowned Hillier Nurseries in Hampshire. 

The two successful applicants are Zoe Hill, tree nursery officer for the National Trust, and Lexie Bull, who is studying at Pershore College while also working at Highfield Garden World. Each recipient will receive up to £1,750 to cover, travel, accommodation and subsistence costs during their placement with Hillier. 

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‘Highly sought-after’
Adam Dunnett, trustee of the Colegrave Seabrook Foundation and production director for Hillier Nurseries, said: “As you can imagine, this was a highly sought-after bursary and we were delighted by the response, receiving a large number of exceptionally strong applications. While this made selecting just two candidates incredibly difficult, it is hugely encouraging to see so many enthusiastic and passionate young horticulturists entering the industry.

“At Hillier, we are very pleased to be working with the Colegrave Seabrook Foundation to support the next generation of horticultural professionals and help them develop their careers within the industry.” 

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