Marylyn Abbott

Marylyn Abbott’s passion for gardening was inspired by her mother and grandmother, who both kept beautiful gardens in her native Australia. Prior to devoting herself entirely to gardening, she spent 16 years as marketing and tourism manager of the Sydney Opera House.

Marylyn has masterminded two famous gardens, Kennerton Green in Australia and West Green House in Hampshire, England. Her work is frequently featured in prominent gardening magazines and television programmes.

Having worked with the demands of the bright Australian sunshine and the more subtle English light, and chosen plantings and colour schemes to complement two vastly different houses, Marylyn has picked up a store of tips and practical experience that make her uniquely qualified to discuss gardening in two hemispheres. In Marylyn’s latest book "The Resilient Garden" she discusses plants and garden styles, using a collection of plants that will acclimatise to both Mediterranean and cool temperate gardens.

Marylyn’s second love is opera and she hosts one of the most acclaimed country house opera seasons in England.

 
 

Sunday 18 March, 2 - 4pm
Celebrate Mothering Sunday with a traditional afternoon tea and explore the gardens. Pre booking essential, tickets £15.00

The gardens re-open on Saturday 8 April until Sunday 30 September on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays between 11am - 4.30pm, except on Music and Opera days where times will vary.

Sunday 22 April, 2 – 5pm
Tulips, music and a traditional afternoon tea with award winning soprano Kirsty Hopkins, accompanied by James Burton. Pre booking essential, tickets from £39.00.

Weekend 28 & 29 April, 11am – 4.30pm
"Les Tresors du Jardins", a market of garden antiques and collectables.

Box office hours: 10am-4pm, Monday - Friday, tel: 01252 845 582.