Denmans

Denmans is a garden located near Pulborough in West Sussex, England. It was originally the home of John and Lol Permain, who began developing the garden in 1946. The garden is renowned for its innovative use of drought-tolerant plants and its striking architectural planting. Over the decades, the Permains, and later garden designer and writer Christopher Lloyd, who owned the garden from 2000 until his death in 2006, transformed the site.

The garden is characterized by its bold, structural planting, featuring a wide variety of grasses, perennials, and shrubs. Notable areas include the gravel garden, a pioneering example of this style of planting, and the stream garden, which showcases plants that thrive in moist conditions. Denmans is also known for its extensive collection of plants from Mediterranean climates. The garden is designed to be beautiful throughout the year, with different sections offering visual interest in various seasons.

After Christopher Lloyd's death, Denmans was purchased by the Denmans Garden Trust, a charitable organization dedicated to preserving and maintaining the garden for public enjoyment. The trust continues to develop and curate the garden, upholding the principles established by its former owners. Denmans is open to the public and offers a unique horticultural experience, showcasing a blend of artistic design and ecological awareness.