THE MODERN MINT BLOG
Forgotten Father’s Day?
Then here are some suggestions…
Get the man a meadow.
Or, if he thinks grass only looks good when it is cut, get him a decent mower…
Hayter Harrier-48 19-inch Rear Roller Self Propelled Electric Start Petrol Lawnmower
These are manly shears (and sharp. And worth it.)
Okatsune 230 Long Handled Hedge Shears
Or if the only tools he uses are for cooking sausages on an open fire…
Landmann 0204 Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Barbecue Tool Set (3 Pieces)
With a book to help him relax…
RHS How to Garden: A Practical Introduction to Gardening
Or a Kindle, to make him feel young…
Fernando Caruncho, A Couple More Interviews To Read…
Fernando Caruncho is a garden designer from Madrid. I am always inspired by his work – his clean lines, ‘green architecture’, sense of proportion, balance and minimal plant palette. This seems to bring out the atmosphere of the garden, the space, intensifying its… spirit. I have written about him a lot – here, for example… and here. But recently I have discovered a few more interviews with him, so thought I would link to his words as he always has something interesting to say, the opposite of prosaic. This first interview from the Society of Garden Designers will give you …
Talks Information 2021, Darren Lerigo Garden Club Speaker, Modern Mint
In 2021 I will be offering 5 talks – so if you are a Garden Club, Horticultural Society, WI, Probus group or club of some kind who needs a speaker, click on the link below to read a short document with all the details! Talks Information 2021 inc Zoom Darren Lerigo, Modern Mint There is an FAQ’s section included in the download, but if you have another question that needs answering then please do get in touch with me and ask it. I’m happy to help! Contact Me About A Talk For Your Group
Book Yourself A Topiary Workshop In 2021
Charlotte Molesworth, my topiary mentor, and I are running our popular topiary workshop again in 2021. You can email me for details – or go here for information, your ticket and to find out about dates. Book A Spot On A Topiary Workshop, September 2021