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Gothic: Returning to Once Upon a Time
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Two years ago, we entered Gothic Lodge's garden-once enchanting, but taken over by nature. Over time, we uncovered its hidden beauty, restoring it to its storybook charm and "once upon a time" spirit. Our show garden mirrors this journey: from wild beginnings to careful renewal. Authentic materials sourced from Gothic Lodge anchor the design, while the layout tells a story-starting with an overgrown, forgotten corner, leading visitors along a path to curated planting and a reflective seating space. Plants and materials echo the originals, including specimens we propagated during restoration, preserving authenticity and respecting the garden's origins

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Georgina Spencer

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