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  Gardens in England   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Lost Gardens of Heligan Eighty acres of pleasure grounds with walled gardens and a productive vegetable garden, all being restored to their former glory, St Austell, Cornwall, England.
It is a Victorian garden with woodland and herbaceous plants seldom found outside the major botanical gardens.
Compton Acres Gardens A collection of ten ornamental gardens reputed to be the finest in Europe.
www.serebella.com /encyclopedia/article-Gardens_in_England.html   (442 words)

  
 Gardens in Victorian England
In 1840 the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew passed from crown control to the government, which meant a transfer from enthusiastic amateurs to professional gardeners.
The vicarage garden was a showpiece of 1-3 acres, planted, not with colourful exotics, but with a homogenous mix of traditional plants, such as wisteria.
This green-space garden was run by a resident's committee, funded by subscriptions from all the householders.
www.britainexpress.com /History/gardens_and_gardening.htm   (615 words)

  
 Gardens In Dorset England
Edmondsham House is a mix of Tudor and Georgian architecture, and the gardens, in 6 acres, surround it.
This is the garden of a private 17th century manor house with a church.
Walks through the gardens and the 20 acres of woodlands.The gardens are spectacular in the autumn with splendid foliage colours.
www.touruk.co.uk /gardens/gardens_in_dorset.htm   (420 words)

  
 Gardens of England and Wales
Gardens of England and Wales Open For Charity 2001, also known as "The Yellow Book" (because of the colour of its cover), is a guidebook published by the National Gardens Scheme, a registered charity.
Gardens are chosen to provide a minimum of 45 minutes of interest and most also exhibit some unusual feature, such as a national plant collection.
Garden lovers should note that the largest number of gardens are open during June.
www.britainexpress.com /Bookstore/gardens/ngs.htm   (571 words)

  
 England and Ireland-Gardens Galor
England on the other hand, is home to a bazillion historic places that drip with flowers and foliage arranged in many different styles.
Wisley's plant collections alone would rank them as one of the top gardens in the world but what I saw at Wisley was wonderful creativity, contemporary plant combinations (not as stuffy as some in England) and careful attention to enrichment for a gardener's mind.
Garden designers took advantage of a north-facing hillside to create this garden which flows gently into a large pond.
www.classictravelusa.com /Finneran_Gardens.htm   (1629 words)

  
 Gardens In Somerset England
The gardens have been restored with a vegetable garden, rose garden, herbaceous borders and lawns encircled by cedars, yews, copper beeches and mulberry trees.
The cottage garden has been developed over the last 25 years, with a herb garden, mixed borders and island beds.
The garden has lawns, a fountain pond, and a pool with classical loggia and the terracotta pots.
www.touruk.co.uk /gardens/gardens_in_somerset.htm   (270 words)

  
 Wytherstone Gardens | Yorkshire | England
Located only 2 miles from the popular market town of Helmsley, this friendly plantsman's garden set in 8 acres of rolling countryside on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors is perfect for gardening enthusiasts and novices alike.
However, Wytherstone gardens proves the impossible is possible with dozens of rare plants that are not meant to survive so far north flourishing.
Wytherstone Gardens were also featured in the May 2004 issue of Country Life.
www.wytherstonegardens.com   (216 words)

  
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When good friend George McLellan of the Middle Atlantic Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society was planning this "Trip of a Lifetime", a tour of many of the greatest gardens in England and Ireland, I never imagined that I would be traveling with them.
Mount Usher, a naturalistic garden along the Vartry river, is home to rare rhododendrons, azaleas, and trees.
Exbury Gardens has an incredible collection of rhododendrons and deciduous azaleas displayed in a gorgeous setting among ancient trees and rare plants.
www.tjhsst.edu /~dhyatt/trip   (404 words)

  
 Gardens of England   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Almost every part of England boasts its own example of horticultural excellence, whether they be woodland gardens, abundant in wildflowers and bird-life; deep tumbling borders embracing the sides of castles; or springtime orchards enclosing medieval buildings with a riot of colours.
The National Trust now owns many historic houses, while others are still preserved by families and individuals, who open their homes and gardens to the public every year.
However, the use of flowers in medieval and Tudor times is well documented, especially in courtly circles, where stylish people wore chaplets of leaves and flowers on their heads (a custom still surviving in modern bridal wreaths).
englishculture.allinfoabout.com /features/gardens.html   (214 words)

  
 Natural Selection: subject gateway to the natural world
Botanical garden of the University of Vienna (Hortus Botanicus Vindobonensis - HBV)
The gardens were established as a University teaching and research resource in 1831 and have approximately 10,000 species from all over the world, including 3,000 kept under glass.
The garden contains 3,000 plants; its aim is to raise awareness of South Africa's indigenous flora "by providing plant material for educational and research purposes, the collection and propagation of rare and endangered species, as well as research into indigenous plant species with horticultural potential".
nature.ac.uk /browse/580.73.html   (6552 words)

  
 Gardens in England - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Gardens in England is a link page for any garden, botanical garden, arboretum or pinetum open to the public in England.
See: Conservation in the United Kingdom, List of gardens, List of botanical gardens
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew - also listed under Surrey below
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gardens_in_England   (117 words)

  
 England's Castles and Gardens   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
In the south of England in the "Land of Saxons" there lies a dense collection of England's finest examples of castles and gardens.
Our last trip to visit the castles and gardens of England was in 2001 and we have wanted to return ever since.
The gardens and lake at Hever are a constant delight.
www.women-traveling.com /Trips/2005-EnglandCastlesandGardens.htm   (1099 words)

  
 Great Gardens of England   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The typical Cotswold village houses with their thick stone walls and roofs of split natural stone tiles are hundreds of years old, and are listed as ancient monuments.
This National Trust garden was furnished with an arboretum and a terrace during the nineteenth century.
The gardens surround an Elizabethan mansion and are in immaculate condition, offering changing vistas at every turn of the winding paths and formal walks.
www.gwetravel.com /d/3764998_18893.htm   (954 words)

  
 Visions of Paradise: Great Gardens of England
One of the most inventive and influential gardens of the 20th century, this enchanting space is in reality a series of smaller gardens, each with its own theme, divided by yew and tapestry hedges.
Inside the walled garden the extensive plant collection is grouped in a number of interesting ways, including by country of origin, botanic family, and economic use.
Designed in 1909, Rodmarton garden was laid out as a series of outdoor rooms, each with its own character, with its famous dry stone walls and hedges of holly, box, beech, and yew forming the "walls" of the rooms.
www.people.virginia.edu /~tsd3r/Oxford03.html   (2765 words)

  
 Gardenwalks in New England : Beautiful Gardens from Maine to Connecticut (Gardenwalks) by Marina Harrison,Lucy D. ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
The Garden in Bloom: Plants & Wisdom for the Year-Round Gardener in the Pacific Northwest NEW!
African-American Gardens and Yards in the Rural South
released 01 January, 2004 Geared toward a new generation of California gardeners, this user-friendly guide is one of the first in a ground-breaking new Sunset series....
www.cambiumgardening.com /books/regional-guides/076273664X   (1795 words)

  
 Gardens of England
Wisley is one of the Royal Horticultural Society display gardens south west of London England.
Chelsea Gardens are an annual extravaganza of all that is new and exceptional in gardening in England and Europe.
Saville Garden and the Valley Garden are teaching gardens with a volunteer based education center similar to the Civic Garden Centre in Metropolitan Toronto
www3.sympatico.ca /oshwick/gardens.htm   (239 words)

  
 Great Gardens of England
When the craft under consideration is gardening, one cannot deny the beauty and worldwide influence of the three extraordinary English gardens covered in this program: Hidcote Manor, Mottisfont Abbey, and Sissinghurst Castle.
The coverage of each of these gardens includes information about the history, and original designers; explanations of the designs; details about planting, and interviews with the current head gardeners; all accompanied with gorgeous footage of these areas at their best.
The photography makes the most of the gardens, using such techniques as closeups, and aerial shots to add to the production values.
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 Moviefone: The Great Gardens of England Movie
Synopsis: Some of the carefully planned English gardens featured in The Great Gardens of England include those of Hidcote Manor, Mottisfont Abbey, and Sissinghurst Castle.
The Great Gardens of England, The Great Gardens of England(Item #2087) See three of England?s most romantic gardens in this tour hosted by John Joss.
I agree with the comment that is made that many of the great gardens in Ireland are similar to the great gardens of England and that an Irish garden didn?t...
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 Welcome to Broadleigh Bulbs.
Based in Somerset, UK, Broadleigh Gardens has been leading the field in the propagation and mail-order retail of small bulbs for over 30 years.
Why not come and visit our display gardens and nursery, which are open all year, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm except Bank Holidays.
Owner of Broadleigh Gardens who has been lecturing widely for many years.
www.broadleighbulbs.co.uk   (403 words)

  
 The Gardens of England   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
From Major Lawrence Johnston's storied Cotswold garden to the fabled garden created by Vita Sackville-West and her husband Harold Nicolson, this authoritative video examines design, creative plantings and close-up details, with observations from head gardeners and a guest appearance from Nigel Nicolson.
This fascinating video tour takes you to some of the loveliest gardens in England and Wales, revealing the full beauty, colour and richness of Britain's greatest living works of art.
Travel from castles of medieval romance like Scotney to the garden that Winston Churchill saw from his study at Chartwell.
www.cix.co.uk /~sprite/IVN/gardens.htm   (159 words)

  
 Photos - August 2003 U.Va. Great Gardens of England
The new '250' maze at Painswick Rococo Garden
Fleming, L. and Gore, A. "The English Garden" (1979)
Quest-Ritson, Charles "The English Garden: A Social History" (2001) - revisionist.
www.people.virginia.edu /~tsd3r/Oxford03_prog_pics.html   (775 words)

  
 The National Gardens Scheme
Monies raised from garden openings in 2004 has enabled the National Gardens Scheme to donate over £1.8 million to its beneficiaries this year.
A stylish present for all keen gardeners and garden visitors
Gardens open for 2005 by date and county and maps to help you plan your visit are available from GardenFinder
www.ngs.org.uk   (127 words)

  
 flower gardens - england   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Great Gardens of England and Ireland A Trip of a Lifetime by Don Hyatt...
Lady of the medieval countrysides of England and...
A guide to garden history, garden tours historic parks, 1000+ gardens and botanic collections open to the public in the UK, USA, Europe, America,...
www.home-garden-resource-center.com /13/flower-gardens---england.html   (223 words)

  
 Gardens in Cornwall :: Gardens in Cornwall England UK   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
This site is being developed as a forum for Cornwall's Gardeners, Gardens and their visitors.
Our grounds and gardens are landscaped in an unspoilt area of natural coastal woodlands which shelter many native plants and insects...
Scawns House is adjacent to the Parish Church.
www.gardensincornwall.co.uk   (399 words)

  
 Exotic Gardening - Kew Gardens, England - Free online Virtual Tour
Special Considerations For A Garden Wedding - 2005-10-28 21:46:52 - Posted by Sheri Ann Richerson
Anonymous writes "Explore Kew Gardens is a free, online Virtual Travel(R) tour of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, England.
The Explore Kew Gardens virtual tour includes fifty full-360-degree panoramas from the gardens, over forty narrated mini-movies, maps, music, text for the hearing impaired, and downloadable MS Word files (with pictures) for use by schools and students.
www.exoticgardening.com /modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=43   (403 words)

  
 Great Gardens of England   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
Then on to Knightshayes, a Victorian gothic house, designed by William Burges.
MONDAY, MAY 29 DORSET: First, visit Ivy Cottage, a large cottage garden owned by Mrs.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 31 WEST SUSSEX: First visit Merriments Garden and Nursery.
www.empressusa.com /d/3764998_5427.htm   (968 words)

  
 South Shore Water Gardens - New England, Massachusetts   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
South Shore Water Gardens - New England, Massachusetts
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All content © Copyright South Shore Water Gardens
www.southshorewatergardens.com   (66 words)

  
 England Gardens, 2003   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-21)
In May of 2003, I escorted a group of hardy travelers to the gardens of England.
Highlights included the Cotswolds and nearby gardens, tropical gardens of Cornwall, and the Chelsea flower show in London.
Other highlights included our helicopter ride to the Scilly Islands to visit Tresco Abbey, Shakespeare in Stratford on Avon, and a London production of "My Fair Lady".
www.eskimo.com /~ciscoe/topic/topic.html   (70 words)

  
 Vacation, Trip, and Cruises by Liberty Travel. We feature vacation packages, specials, cruises, destination guides, ...
This charismatic and beautifully designed hotel is located in a vibrant neighborhood, close to the British Museum, Covent Garden, and the theatre district.
Relax in the Terrace Bar, at the authentic bistro, or in well-equipped guests rooms, many of which offer garden views.
A friendly staff will deliver exceptional service throughout your stay.
libertytravel.com /Vacation/SpecialsDetail.asp?spcode=5837   (420 words)

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