Adam Frost finds healing in redesigned smaller garden

Adam Frost, the well-known presenter of Gardeners’ World, has shared how a smaller garden has helped him cope with burnout and depression. During the pandemic, Frost experienced overwhelming stress as his family faced health issues and he contracted Covid. This led him to seek help from a psychiatrist after feeling exhausted and isolated. Three years ago, Frost and his wife moved from a large house with a three-acre garden to a smaller home with a more manageable garden. The new garden size, measuring 30m by 32m at the back, gave him a sense of relief and comfort. He describes it as more like a head gardener’s cottage, something he appreciates more than his previous home. Frost has worked hard on his new garden, creating various spaces filled with plants that hold personal significance. His new book, For The Love Of Plants, details this journey and offers gardening advice. Each section of his garden is paired with a song that captures its mood, highlighting his love for music as well as plants. In the garden, certain plants remind him of important people and moments from his past. For example, he connects fruit trees to personal history and uses herbs in cooking. He also shares his appreciation for the late Gardeners’ World presenter Geoff Hamilton, who inspired him in his early career. To maintain his mental health, Frost meets with a psychiatrist monthly, and his family helps him manage his work commitments. He is excited about upcoming gardening shows and a 14-date tour titled An Evening With Adam Frost, where he will talk about his book and garden. He finds joy in gardening at a more relaxed pace, contrasting with the hectic lifestyle of his past.