Over 200 colourful and productive flower beds growing a sophisticated selection of cut flowers and foliage to supply florists and the public for weddings, events and occasions throughout the seasons. Traditional garden favourites, delphiniums, larkspur, foxgloves, scabious and dahlias alongside more unusual perennials, foliage plants and grasses, creating a stunning and unique display.
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Our beautiful family cut flower farm was established in 2017, making it the youngest garden to enter the National Garden Scheme in Dorset. Currently around 1½ acres, the ever expanding garden is one of very few cut flower farms open to the public in the UK.
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A warm welcome and generous advice on creating your own cut flower garden is offered.
Website:
https://www.blackshed.flowers/blogBlack Shed,
Sherborne,
Dorset,
DT9 4JX
Directions to Black Shed
From Sherborne, follow A30 towards Shaftesbury. Black Shed approx 1m E at Blackmarsh Farm, on L, next to The Toy Barn. Large car park shared with The Toy Barn.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
For this open day you can book your tickets in advance. Click on the yellow button below to book or you can just turn up and pay on the day.
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Read morePayment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.
Yes, coaches are accepted at Black Shed. Please get in touch with the owners for details.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Black Shed. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.
Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Black Shed, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Yes, one or more routes at Black Shed are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. Black Shed seeks to offer a sustainable refuge for nearby fauna and wildlife. These sanctuaries host diverse habitats supporting indigenous flora and fauna and nurturing local biodiversity.
