Articles by Thomas Rutter, Gardens Writer

Thomas is a Gardens Writer and Author and formerly part of the Homes and Gardens team. He has been working as a gardener and garden writer for several years. Whilst completing his Horticultural Traineeship at the Garden Museum in London, he was able to gain experience at many world famous gardens, including Sissinghurst, Lowther Castle and Iford Manor. Following this, he worked for two private estates in Tuscany, Italy. During this time, he developed expertise regarding practical gardening and growing in dry and hot climates. He has managed kitchen gardens and cut flower gardens.

When not gardening, Thomas writes on gardens and garden history. His work ranges from 'how to' guides, book reviews, and longer form copy on the history of gardening and garden design. He has written for a variety of publications, including The English Garden, Gardens Illustrated, Hortus and Bloom. He co-authored a Lonely Planet travel book, The Tree Atlas, published in 2024. His latest book, The Garden Through Time, was published in May 2026.