BPOA / Peter Seabrook Sponsored Scholarship

The David Colegrave Foundation (DCF) is a registered charity supporting the development of students studying horticulture in the UK and Ireland. We champion careers in commercial or production ornamental horticulture by offering scholarships to these future horticulturists.

Support can also be given for educational group trips that promote such learning, as well as for grants from scientific researchers with an interest in topics relevant to the ornamental horticultural industry.

All applications will be assessed individually by the DCF trustees. As a general rule, preference will be given to applicants who meet the following criteria:

• Reasonable use for scholarship funds, for example, course fees, educational resources, travel expenses associated with study or study tours.
• Focus of studies on ornamental horticulture, especially with an emphasis on the bedding, container, pot plant and cut flower sectors.
• Seeking to make a career in the field of commercial or production ornamental horticulture.
• Show demonstrable talent, as evidenced by grades achieved and by tutors’ assessments.

Who should apply?

Students studying commercial horticulture. The scholarship is also available to schools and horticultural colleges to finance trips for students over 16 years of age to leading commercial horticultural establishments.