A ONCE-derelict farm has been transformed by a retired grandad with 35,000 yellow daffodils.

Coach driver Harry Johnson, 64, has spent the last five years creating the 11-acre blossoming haven.

The garden, which he estimates has cost several thousands of pound to create, is not only enjoyed by Harry and his wife Carole, but is also enjoyed by motorists using the M65, which passes nearby.

The grandad-of-five, of Smithson Farm, Reedley Hallows, said: “When we moved into the farm the garden was really rundown and looked really sad.

"I spent lots of time clearing the nettles and brambles before deciding to plant my own little garden.

“People always comment on our daffs.

“Even though I planted them myself, this is the best they have ever looked. I am really pleased with them.

“I’m not sure how much the garden has cost in total as I often buy the bulbs when I see them on offer in garden centres. I try to buy in bulk and I once bought 6,000 at once – which took a while to plant.”

The couple bought their farm 11 years ago and share the site with seven rescue ponies.

They also keep bees, and attend flower clubs to give talks.

Harry said: “I really enjoy gardening and I enjoy seeing other people getting pleasure from my efforts.

“Drivers on the M65 can see my daffodil garden as they approach the ‘Welcome to Pendle’ sign.

Another interesting fact about my garden is that the wall that frames the flowers is made up from bricks found across Europe.

“As a coach driver I would always pick up local-style bricks on my travels,” he added.