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Barbican Conservatory Offers 2,000 Free Plant Cuttings Online

8/24/2026

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Barbican Conservatory offers free plant cuttings before its three-year restoration.
More than 2,000 cuttings, including Monstera and ficus, can be booked online on Wednesday.
Adoption events will also occur on 13 September and 2 December, requiring advance booking.
The £231 million overhaul adds a climate-controlled habitat, new lift, staircase and full accessibility.
From 2030 the conservatory will open daily, free to the public, after relandscaping.

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Barbican Conservatory offers free plant cuttings before its three-year restoration.
More than 2,000 cuttings, including Monstera and ficus, can be booked online on Wednesday.
Adoption events will also occur on 13 September and 2 December, requiring advance booking.
The £231 million overhaul adds a climate-controlled habitat, new lift, staircase and full accessibility.
From 2030 the conservatory will open daily, free to the public, after relandscaping.