The English Garden

Natural Beauty

ne of the star attractions of the grounds of the Horniman Museum in South London, is the Grassland Garden designed by James Hitchmough. Featuring plants from North American and South African grassland biomes, it’s a masterclass in naturalistic planting. Keeping a close eye on the gardens is Errol Fernandes, head of horticulture, who joined the Museum in April 2021 and focuses on

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