
Jonny Bruce
Immediately upon graduating with a degree in History of Art from Cambridge University Jonny moved to Wales to become a horticultural apprentice at Aberglasney Gardens under the careful eye of Joseph Atkins. A year later he was awarded the Christopher Lloyd Scholarship and lived for two years at Great Dixter in East Sussex, working alongside Fergus Garrett before leaving for the Netherlands where he spent over four years with Hans and Miranda Kramer at the organic, perennial nursery, De Hessenhof. In 2021 Jonny returned to the UK and now works freelance as a gardener, writer and planting consultant. He travels widely researching gardens and landscapes, accompanied by his dog Frida and posts about his experiences on Instagram - @j.bruce.garden
Step inside the Bavarian nursery where plants are grown in sand to cope with climate change
In their nursery and garden, Fine Molz and Till Hofmann expertly demonstrate the true beauty of ecological planting.Show moreMeet the couple who turned an empty field into a colourful organic nursery in the shadow of the Alps
Those eager to find organic, home-grown, colourful perennials will delight in Stauden Kopf nursery, in the shadow of the Alps in Austria.Show more
Four drought-tolerant planting combinations
A selection of planting ideas from the Filippis’ Le Jardin Sec in France, which specialises in planting for drought. Show moreThese incredible species tulips are small but amazing - here's how to grow them
Species tulips are the smaller, more delicate predecessors of modern tulips. Plant expert Jonny Bruce explains how to grow them, and recommends 13 of the best.Show moreIn praise of the chrysanthemum
Discover exactly how to grow these late-flowering hardy chrysanthemums that will look perfect in your garden. Photographs by Jason IngramShow moreWhere designers buy their plants – discover the display garden and nursery that inspires the UK’s top placemakers
In just under nine years, the owners of Arvensis Perennials in Wiltshire have created a mature garden that displays their high-quality perennials. Words Jonny Bruce, photographs Richard BloomShow moreLess watering, less maintenance - Peter Korn's pioneering nursery and garden near Malmö grows tougher plants in sand
Swedish plantsman Peter Korn is a pioneer of growing in sand, and his glorious garden near Malmö is testament to its success. Words Jonny Bruce, photographs Claire TakacsShow moreLegendary nurserywoman Elizabeth Strangman's garden showcases her signature hellebores and a wealth of beautiful spring plants
After closing her renowned nursery, Elizabeth Strangman has poured her energies into developing her private garden, which showcases a wealth of plants beginning with her signature hellebores. Photographs Nicky FlintShow more
How to propagate chrysanthemums
Jonny Bruce explains how to propagate chrysanthemums and get more for your garden. Photographs by Jason IngramShow more

