Author Archives: The Gardens Trust

That’s an unusual title for a post unless you’re Canadian in which case you probably already know more than me. “Miss Lorrie Dunington is well known as a designer of gardens. This sounds a delightful profession, and, indeed, it is, … Continue reading →

Although lots of things have been named in honour of Queen Elizabeth you might be surprised to know that one of them is  the main flower market in Paris.  This occupies a small square and the adjacent riverside on  the … Continue reading →

My aquilegias are looking amazing at the moment. I’ve encouraged them to seed everywhere they want, and the more I grow them the more I like them.  But why are they called aquilegia and why do my French friends and … Continue reading →

I know the excitement is over but…here’s the rest of the not-so-short history of Coronation Gardens which will bring it right up to date. For the coronation of Edward VIII things were planned to be more organised horticulturally. In August 1936 … Continue reading →

I obviously can’t compete with the other events happening today but thought I could add a few thoughts about past coronations and how they have been celebrated in horticultural form. In fact, until the 20thc, apart from occasional  tree planting … Continue reading →