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John’s Garden: Summer Open Days

John’s Garden in Summer sees a glorious display of grasses, herbaceous perennials, daphnes and clematis.  A stunning selection of iris and Itoh peonies can be enjoyed in early Summer while a selection of hydrangea species are the undisputed stars of the late Summer show. The Christopher Lloyd border is vibrant with exotic foliage colour and the South African border dazzles with  kniphofias, agapanthus, eucomis and diascias.  A Mediterranean garden adds considerable interest and, throughout the garden, there are inspirational Summer patio pots to enjoy.

A view through the borders…

About John’s Garden

‘John’s Garden’ at Ashwood Nurseries is a wonderful eight acre private garden created by nursery owner John Massey VMH. Informal borders, island beds, woodland dells, a fern stumpery and wildlife garden* are set against the beautiful backdrop of the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. Regarded as one of the finest private gardens in the UK, it has an abundance of rare plants as well as many familiar favourites.

Essential information

  • JUNE: Saturdays 1st | 8th | 15th | 22nd | 29th
  • JULY: Saturdays 6th | 13th | 20th | 27th
  • AUGUST: Saturdays 3rd |10th | 17th | 24th | 31st
  • 10am-4pm (last entrance)
  • Tickets are available to buy on the day (cash payment preferred)
  • Pre-booking is not required
  • Garden visit cost: £7.50 per person **
  • Children under 12 are allowed free of charge.
  • All dates will be weather permitting.
  • John’s Garden is open on most Saturdays throughout the year:  more dates

The old herbaceous border putting on a show…

Additional information

  • The owner John Massey, or or one of his team of gardeners, will be in the garden.
  • *The wildlife garden will open if ground conditions permit.
  • A delicious selection of food and drinks are available to purchase in the tea room. more
  • In addition, in fine weather, hot drinks and light refreshments are available from the Ossbox servery.
  • We are sorry but picnics are not allowed in John’s Garden.
  • We regret that dogs are not allowed in John’s Garden.
  • Toilet facilities are available adjacent to the gift shop.
  • Sensible shoes are advised in damp conditions.
Supporting our Charity of the Year and the Adam Greathead Award:

The Ashwood Charitable Trust will distribute £6.50 from each entrance charge charge equally between the Charity of the Year 2024 and the Adam Greathead Award. (with the exception of the NGS Opening).

 Summer gallery

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Virtual tours of John’s Garden

Enjoy our virtual Tours of John’s Garden through the seasons more