Meet the Head Gardeners: Rick Sheperd & Jonathan Garner

Join us for the launch of this new series.

Meet the Head Gardener is a new storytelling series from Foundation & Friends that celebrates the people behind the plants. Through candid conversations with Head Gardeners across our network, we’ll explore their unique career journeys, the diverse gardens they manage, and the lessons they’ve learnt along the way, including practical advice for gardens of any size.

For our launch event, we will hear from two of Australia's leading Head Gardeners – Jonathan Garner from the stunning Mayfield Garden in Oberon, and Rick Sheperd from the historic Government House.

Hear their unique stories, from how they first got their hands dirty to what it takes to care for some of the country’s most iconic landscapes. Whether you're a green thumb or just garden-curious, this is a rare chance to go behind the scenes and learn from the best in the business.