Great women gardeners



Women have long been owners and creators of some of our most famous gardens but until the early 20th century it was virtually impossible for any woman, regardless of her social background, to enter the world of professional horticulture and garden design.
Here we take a look at some of the pioneers over the past 170 years, from aristocratic women who, as garden owners, orchestrated their personal visions, to others from a variety of backgrounds who became garden designers in their own right. The celebrated gardens they created carry their legacies which you can still enjoy today.