Tom Coward
Head gardener at Gravetye Manor in East Sussex, Tom is currently developing William Robinson’s historic garden.
Recent articles by Tom Coward
Growing apples: tips for how to grow apples
Head gardener at Gravetye Manor, Tom Coward gives his top tips for growing apples and advice on what apple cultivars to grow in a wild-style orchard. Words Tom Coward, photos Andrew Montgomery
Review | The Botany of Gin by Chris Thorogood
A beautifully illustrated book that tells the story of this iconic drink, through the aromatic plants that are used in its production.
Garden border ideas | Planting at Gravetye: the borders
Head gardener Tom Coward shares the secrets of how he builds up layers of plants to create a long season of interest within the borders of Gravetye Manor. Photographs Richard Bloom
Book review | Grow Fruit and Vegetables in Pots by Aaron Bertelsen
A charming, thorough and truly inspirational book, showing how everybody can grow some of their own food in almost any situation