Stills wrote this, documenting a period in his life, as well as honoring John the gardener of Brookfield House in Elstead, Surrey (previously owned by Spencer Tracy, then Peter Sellers, then Ringo Starr, then Stills). John tended the huge estate's outdoors brilliantly, and Sellers, Starr and Stills all knew and loved & respected John. First released on Stills' band Manassas' 1972 debut album. It's just a gorgeous, soulful, heartfelt song.
There was a rumour at the time that Johnny's Garden was John Lennon's house. I used to put it on, stoned, and I'd be dancing around to it in the room alone. That was at the peak of my life, when I used to think I was immortal. Roy Harper
Tonight we are watching the presidential state of the union. My husband and I disagree on political ideals. I put in my earbuds, and spent time in Johnny's Garden. It brought me peace as well. 🌱🌼 Thank you for some tranquility tonight❤