Gardens Illustrated - John Brookes

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Gardens Illustrated - John Brookes

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Dec 24, 2013

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In 2014 garden designer John Brookes MBE celebrated his 80th birthday. Editor Juliet Roberts visited him at home to chat about his gardening life and his thoughts on the world of garden design past and present.

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Dec 24, 2013

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The Gardens Illustrated podcast features an eclectic mix of talks and interviews with notable garden figures and designers. To find out more, visit www.gardensillustrated.com

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