Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
How has gardening changed over the last 50 years? From the plants we grow to the way we use our outdoor spaces, gardening has undergone a remarkable transformation.
Join Bunny Guinness and Ursula Buchan as they explore the 10 biggest changes that have shaped modern gardens. Together Ursula and Bunny, have enjoyed 100 years of professional gardening. Here they discuss how climate change is influencing the plants we can grow, the shift from traditional planting inspired by Gertrude Jekyll to the naturalistic style of Piet Oudolf, and the move away from pesticides and chemicals towards wildlife-friendly gardening.
They also look at how gardening has become a mainstream pastime, celebrated not just for creating beautiful spaces but for its proven benefits to our mental health and wellbeing. Finally, they explore how gardens have evolved into true outdoor living spaces, becoming extensions of our homes where we relax, entertain and connect with nature.
Whether you're a keen gardener, a professional designer or simply curious about how our relationship with gardens has changed, this conversation offers fascinating insights into the past, present and future of gardening.
In this video:🌿 Climate change and changing plant palettes🌼 From Gertrude Jekyll to Piet Oudolf🦔 Gardening for wildlife and biodiversity💚 Gardening and mental wellbeing🏡 The rise of the outdoor room
If you enjoyed this discussion, please like, subscribe and leave us a comment. We'd love to hear what changes you've noticed in gardens over the years.
How has gardening changed over the last 50 years? From the plants we grow to the way we use our outdoor spaces, gardening has undergone a remarkable transformation.
Join Bunny Guinness and Ursula Buchan as they explore the 10 biggest changes that have shaped modern gardens. Together Ursula and Bunny, have enjoyed 100 years of professional gardening. Here they discuss how climate change is influencing the plants we can grow, the shift from traditional planting inspired by Gertrude Jekyll to the naturalistic style of Piet Oudolf, and the move away from pesticides and chemicals towards wildlife-friendly gardening.
They also look at how gardening has become a mainstream pastime, celebrated not just for creating beautiful spaces but for its proven benefits to our mental health and wellbeing. Finally, they explore how gardens have evolved into true outdoor living spaces, becoming extensions of our homes where we relax, entertain and connect with nature.
Whether you're a keen gardener, a professional designer or simply curious about how our relationship with gardens has changed, this conversation offers fascinating insights into the past, present and future of gardening.
In this video:🌿 Climate change and changing plant palettes🌼 From Gertrude Jekyll to Piet Oudolf🦔 Gardening for wildlife and biodiversity💚 Gardening and mental wellbeing🏡 The rise of the outdoor room
If you enjoyed this discussion, please like, subscribe and leave us a comment. We'd love to hear what changes you've noticed in gardens over the years.
