BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast In my garden with Jasper Conran
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May 8, 2025 Jasper Conran, a renowned designer known for his chic clothing and home furnishings, opens up about his Dorset garden and the inspiration it provides. He delves into his passion for creative planting and how childhood memories influence his gardening style. Listeners will enjoy tales of fragrant flowers and cultivating homegrown produce, alongside reflections on the joys of rural life. Conran also shares his love for wildlife, discussing the harmony he hopes to create between nature and his beautiful outdoor space.
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Jasper's Early Gardening Roots
- Jasper Conran has loved gardening since childhood, starting with his own vegetable patch at age four.
- Early memories of his father's and grandmother's gardens deeply influence his current gardening style.
Scatter Plants for Natural Feel
- Scatter plantings instead of formal clumps to create a natural, free-flowing garden feel.
- Embrace nature's spontaneous growth where it complements your garden design.
Garden Should Complement Landscape
- A garden should complement and sit well with its surrounding landscape rather than oppose it.
- Jasper bases his garden on the English cottage garden style to harmonize with the countryside.