He is widely known for developing the method of turning polystyrene (Styrofoam) fish boxes into troughs that mimic the appearance of real stone and has often given demonstrations to groups.
Any Group wishing two talks should check with Ian Young first as some have a degree of overlap which is best avoided.
Talk for the 2011 International Conference looking at the development and philosophy of our garden.
A look at our garden, some of the plants we grow and how we make maximium use of all the planting space.
The gardens and places that inspired me to grow rock garden plants and how I interpreted them into our garden.
Showing a number of ways to make troughs including using Styrofoam fish boxes, paint and cement. It also includes how to plant and maintain troughs and raised beds.
A very different talk comparing my work as an artist how I view things and how it fits in with my gardening. I created this talk as a one off for a Scottish Groups Christmas meeting where they wanted something different - off the wall-. Originally it was intended as a once only but I have given it a number of times now by popular request.
A look at the ERICACEOUS plants we have grown and associated plants in our garden.
A selection of bulbs that have featured and tips given in my weekly bulb log.
A detailed look at how we grow bulbs in pots.
How we use bulbs in the garden to create interest and colour for as many months as possible - concentrates on the use of bulbs rather than their botany.
A look at the range of woodland bulbs we grow.
A look at the variation within this fascinating genus.
A look at the dwarf Narcissus we have grown and pot culture.
A look at the genus and cultivation methods based on my own experience.
Looking at the lessons that I have learned from both visiting plants in the wild and observing them in the garden.
Ian Young Tour Itinerary
Oct. 12 Berkshire Chapter
Oct. 13 New England Chapter
Oct. 15 Fells Chapter
Oct. 19 Watnong Chapter
Oct. 20 Tri-State meeting in Terrytown, NY
Oct. 22 Potomac Chapter
Oct. 26 Delaware Chapter
Oct. 28 Great Lakes Chapter
Oct. 30 Ontario Chapter
Nov. 1 Nova Scotia Chapter
Nov. 2 Piedmont Chapter