A revisit to Andrew Salter’s riotous, rule-breaking garden in rural Kent

Although many gardens we visit merit a second look, we couldn’t wait to go back and see how Andrew Salter’s garden was growing this summer. He bravely welcomed us in darkest November to see his collection of conifers, and of course they’re still there this time round, standing tall, but they’re almost overwhelmed by a vast selection of vivid, sweet-smelling summer blooms in a moat of plants surrounding his small black barn. For the latest episode of How My Garden Grows, we discover what has been growing while we were away …

Film by Ellen Hancock
With additional footage by Conor Higgins
Produced by The Modern House

Follow Andrew on Instagram for details of his next open day: / big_drewland

CHAPTERS
00:06 Introduction
00:30 “The intention was for the garden to feel overwhelming”
02:15 Starting the year with bulbs
03:34 Garden maintenance and “keeping the engine running”
04:27 The thrill of poppies
06:18 Exploring the meadows
08:16 Inviting in wild elements
11:01 Life lessons to gain from working in the garden
12:00 Upcoming open days and Andrew’s next big jobs


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