Putting down roots: the transformation of a farm garden
It’s been seven years since Dan Pearson moved from Peckham to Somerset. He reflects on the differences
September 2015
Dan Pearson on gardens
Pastures new: Dan Pearson’s journey from city to farm
Five years ago Dan Pearson took a farm in Somerset and has been bringing it to vibrant life. In the last of his regular columns, he describes the pleasure of slowly transforming a landscape
August 2015
Dan Pearson on gardens
Gardens: the September checklist
With warmth still in the air, September is the time to take stock of the summer and prepare for the next growing season
Dan Pearson on gardens
Gardens: late summer’s soft fruit and berries
Armfuls of plums, damsons, strawberries and blueberries are just reward for careful planning
Dan Pearson on gardens
Gardens: dianthus, prettiest of pinks
Dan Pearson on gardens
Gardens: the inbetweeners
Dan Pearson on gardens
Gardens: the August checklist
July 2015
Dan Pearson on gardens
Down the garden path at Sissinghurst and Great Dixter
A visit to two of the most famous gardens in England is sure to be an inspiration for gardeners. And for Dan there’s a special resonance
Dan Pearson on gardens
Gardens: seasons in the sun
If you choose the right plant for the right place, you’ll have flowers all through a hot dry summer
Dan Pearson on gardens
Gardens: Turkish delights
The exotic-looking Turk’s cap lily is one of the garden’s most startlingly beautiful blooms. Dan is smitten…
