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The Barn Garden Diaries: Bringing the Dream to Life Whilst Digging for England!

A recurring dream that became the inspiration, The next stage of creating an oval lawn, Petal-shaped island beds and Excitement beyond belief as a ‘hug…

Jun 29 •

The Barn Garden Diaries: The Beginnings of a Design

Simple Tricks for Marking Out Borders & Creating Perfect Ovals. Plus my Design & Planting Ideas. But, my god, how difficult is it to get two gay…

Jun 15 •

The Barn Garden Diaries: The First Flower Bed

From a gravel bed of weeds & thugs to an almost finished new border.

Jun 1

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The Colourful Collision of Interior and Garden Design at Chelsea 2025

But…is it all just a tad similar?

May 25 •

Strong Beauty: The Glasshouse Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025

An exclusive interview with garden designer Jo Thompson, a closer look at the garden that should win Best In Show, and why it matters.

May 20 •

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A Tropical Garden Paradise

The tireless & quite incredible work of the Key West Gardening Club at West Martello Tower.

Apr 17 •

Dollops of Joy #1

The Best Water Butt Designs I’ve Ever Found, Spring Blooms, Shopping & TV Links, How to Prune Hydrangeas, A Short Video From Key West & Garden Treasure.

Apr 9 •

Beautiful Garden Furniture For All Budgets That’s Anything But Faux Rattan

Colourful Dining Sets, Lounge Sets That Don’t Break the Bank, Bistro Beauties & Sun Loungers to Die For.

Apr 6 •

Design Thoughts for The Barn Garden

Pleached trees, curves, snaking paths, free spirited joyful planting & places for life to happen.

Mar 13 •

Where To Begin In Your Garden - Live Recording on Substack

JP Clark and Jo Thompson chat live about starting a garden.

Feb 26 •

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Where To Begin In Your Garden

Join me, JP Clark and Jo Thompson for a good old natter LIVE about where to start when designing a garden.

Feb 24 •

How To Prune Roses The Easy Way

My no-nonsense guide to dispel the myths and clear the clutter.

Feb 23 •

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