Gardens in the Age of Chivalry

Michael Brown


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Updated:
12th December 2023

Medieval gardens still rate very few pages in the garden history books. The general perception is still of small gardens in the corner of a castle. The number of plants was limited, but was still no less than many modern gardeners use. Yet medieval gardens were imbued with meaning, whether secular or religious, the additional dimension of symbolism, gave a greater depth to medieval gardens. The idea of the garden as an outdoor living area was already well practiced in medieval times; as gardens were the setting for eating and drinking, singing, dancing and general relaxation, and maybe some furtive courtship.

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About Michael Brown

I am an ex- professional horticulturist/Head Gardener and college lecturer in horticulture and garden history, with an MA in Garden History.

My other interest is medieval history, especially daily life, music and pilgrimage.

I designed and set out the medieval gardens at the Prebendal Manor, Nassington, which was once the biggest fully authentic reproductiono f a medieval garden in Europe. Sadly much of the graden was later removed to make the site a wedding venue.

I have written three books, all published by White Owl Books/Pen and Sword. Death in the Garden, about poisonous plants. An Introduction to Medieval Gardens, Gardens in the Age ofChilvalry. Medieval Plants and their Uses.


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