Learn about the principles that guide the work of Piet Oudolf, the leading naturalistic landscape and garden designer, through the personal research of landscape design consultant Deborah Chud. She’ll trace her discovery of Oudolf’s work, her research into his plant combinations, and her use of that research to create her own garden in his style. She’ll explore the historical context in which Oudolf emerged as a landscape superstar and introduce his design principles, particularly his ideas around structure and the balance between coherence and contrast. She'll also highlight Chicago's  Oudolf-designed Lurie Garden. 

A retired physician based in the Boston area, Ms. Chud has presented at the Harvard University Arboretum, the U.S. Botanical Garden, and the Toronto Botanical Garden, among many others. This program is presented in partnership with the Friends of the Green Bay Trail and the Glencoe Sustainability Task Force.