I watched with interest a feature on Gardeners' World about Old Blenbean Stud Garden, created by Cariol Bruce. A gorgeous garden though what interested me most (and they didn't elaborate on it) was that she is the only gardener. She said that with the right tools and methods it wasn't difficult to do all the gardening herself. I wanted to know more!
On her quite extensive website I especially liked this piece Making The Garden Step By Step
On her quite extensive website I especially liked this piece Making The Garden Step By Step
Also worth reading are the FAQ's which give insights into her rather unusual approach.
She begins by asking herself what kind feeling she wants the garden to evoke, so I am going around the garden asking myself that questin of each different area. In the main sitting area I want to feel relaxed, at home, at ease. I want scent and abundance and am willing to take a relaxed attitude to a few weeds in the gravel, and to be happy about self sown this and that...I want plenty of seating (safe seating - must replace some very old chairs) for family and friends...
I like this approach and several other ideas from Carol Bruce. I hope she is writing a book.
She begins by asking herself what kind feeling she wants the garden to evoke, so I am going around the garden asking myself that questin of each different area. In the main sitting area I want to feel relaxed, at home, at ease. I want scent and abundance and am willing to take a relaxed attitude to a few weeds in the gravel, and to be happy about self sown this and that...I want plenty of seating (safe seating - must replace some very old chairs) for family and friends...
I like this approach and several other ideas from Carol Bruce. I hope she is writing a book.
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