Barbican Conservatory shares plant cuttings with public before three-year closure
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Barbican Conservatory shares plant cuttings with public before three-year closure

20 Aug 2026 · Originally published 20 Aug 2026 7/10 Original headline: Monstera magic: Barbican hands out cuttings as ‘green lung of the city’ closes
As the Barbican Conservatory prepares to close for a three-year refurbishment, staff invited 500 visitors to adopt cuttings from its collection. This initiative ensures the plants remain part of the local community while the greenhouse undergoes essential structural repairs.
Source: Guardian Env Greater London
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