In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Matthew Ross, Director of Continuing Education at Longwood Gardens. The hosts get back to their horticultural roots, as Matthew talks about the history of public gardens, the importance of connecting people to the natural environment, and the horticultural and educational opportunities Longwood Gardens provides for the public. Matthew provides a unique perspective, as a horticulturist, educator, and photographer, and as someone who is passionate about bringing people together through their shared love of plants. This episode is hosted by Miles Kuperus, System Architect at Include Software, and Neal Glatt, Managing Partner of GrowTheBench, Luke Melograno, Production Coordinator at Mariani Landscape, and Macey Wollenberg, Branch Manager at LandCare.