NOTES FROM A GROWER
extraordinary stories from flower farmers | THROUGH THE SEASONS
WOLVES LANE - SUMMER
For anyone running their own business, or thinking of doing so, this is an inspiring story. Two university friends, who after ten years working in jobs that were destroying their energy and outlook took control and followed their original dream to live ‘The Good Life’.
A new way of life meant absolutely everything to both Marianne and Camila. They continually overcame inevitable obstacles and sought out solutions for every problem …
FERN VERROW - SPRING
Speaking to Jane Scotter, founder of Fern Verrow - a 16-acre certified biodynamic farm in Hereforshire - I stepped into her extraordinary world, a world of determination, with an intuitive and wholly practical approach and a focus on beauty and love. Jane is proof that by connecting to the landscape and nature, really watching and listening, you will succeed, in both life happiness and in creating a successful business.
HORTUS POETICUS - WINTER
I was looking for expert tips on boosting the cut life of hellebores and I knew Gillie, founder, and Fi of Hortus Poeticus would help me. We also discussed their unique way of seeing and working with flowers, stepping away from weekly “availability lists”, their focus on creativity and in turn giving florists a greater sense of creativity, ensuring the Hortus Poeticus brand grows and remains both unique and authentic, working as a direct reflection of what’s important to them …
ALISON JENKINS - SUMMER
I attended a one-day workshop with garden designer Alison Jenkins. Alison believes that all our green spaces can be beautiful, fruitful and sustainable. She works from a smallholding in Somerset, South West England, two-acres of mixed beds of vegetables, herbs and edible flowers, set against a breathtaking backdrop of rolling hills. Read more about Alison’s workshop on designing and creating an edible garden, one that not only looks beautiful and is rich in wildlife, using solely sustainable and organic methods, one that you can eat too …
