Description

Artist and activist Derek Jarman offers a visually rich and deeply personal account of his remarkable garden, created in an unlikely and challenging landscape. A devoted gardener since childhood, Jarman brought together his painter’s vision, horticultural knowledge, and environmental beliefs to craft a space where flints, shells, and driftwood blended into a unique sanctuary.

This book chronicles the evolution of his garden from its beginnings in 1986 until the final year of his life in 1994. Featuring more than 150 photographs by his friend and photographer Howard Sooley, it captures the garden’s transformation through every season.

Celebrating 30 years as a gardening classic, this anniversary edition includes a foreword by Jamaica Kincaid and highlights the lasting influence of Jarman’s creation. More than just a place of refuge, his garden remains a testament to creativity, philosophy, and the enduring power of nature.