West Dean, West Sussex.

[David Nicholson]

Thanks Giles I've added it to the Lis tof places to go.

[Brian Ellis]

I'm pleased to say we returned to West Dean last Monday, here are a few pictures showing how it has changed over a couple of months.  One of the glories of the garden is this incredible 300 foot long Edwardian pergola.  The second picture is taken from the sunken garden at one end which is being rebuilt.

[Brian Ellis]

We were determined to see the Spring Gardens (although they were obviously past their best and parts were replanted).  Of course I am a sucker for the Lilium martagon!

[Brian Ellis]

Then we were drawn back to the immaculate walled garden, glasshouses and fruit.  There were several trials including chilli peppers and Basil.  I loved the cordon currants and succulents - particularly Kalanchoe thrysiflora.

[Brian Ellis]

...and some of these show how the garden has filled up since Giles visited.  The red pear, goblet trained, was beautifully presented.  The clematis were superb, just at their peak.  Roll on the next visit!

[Paddy Tobin]

Brian,

Great update on the gardens. I adore the trained fruit. Redcurrants just ripening here and waiting for them day by day - such a unique taste.

Paddy

[Luc Gilgemyn]

Thanks for showing us these Brian !!!
That pergola is stunning !

[Paul T]

Thanks Giles and Brian.  I never saw the first tour, so just caught both of them at the same time.  Wonderful.