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11 Must-See Spots for Bluebells in Scotland
It may seem early, but bluebells are now popping up now in woodlands, gardens, and along hedgerows across Scotland. Discover Scottish Gardens has collated a list of some of the top places to see these beauties as they transform the ground into a sea of blue, filling...
Daffodils trumpet the start of spring in Scotland’s gardens
Daffodil season is here and with it the chance to get outdoors and explore some of Scotland’s most beautiful gardens. These cheerful, yellow flowers are the symbol of spring and throughout March and April they will be transforming lawns, meadows, flowerbeds and...
Scottish Snowdrop Festival Set To Brighten Up Winter Days
Snowdrops are nature’s way of lighting up winter’s darkest days and from 27 January until 11 March the Scottish Snowdrop Festival will be brightening up woodlands, estates and gardens across the country. The annual flowering of one of nature’s most delicate but...
Time to celebrate Scotland’s remarkable trees
October marks the start of the Scottish Tree Festival, organised by Discover Scottish Gardens, and from now until the last golden leaf falls to the ground, gardens and estates across the country will be holding events to celebrate the richness of the autumn landscape....
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Scottish gardens are a delight to visit at any time of the year and there is always something new to discover.
From the far north of Scotland to the Borders in the south, there are over 400 Scottish gardens, woodlands and plant nurseries open to visitors.
Explore our website and be inspired by what’s on offer at some of the best gardens in Scotland from seasonal garden displays to events for all the family. Some members also provide holidays, tours and accommodation. Learn more about Scotland’s diverse climate and the plant collections that thrive here.
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7 Gardens to Visit by Public Transport this Spring
Dawyck Botanic Gardens Renowned for its seasonal displays of rhododendrons, azaleas and bluebells, visitors can wander around the beautiful 65-acre garden at Dawyck Botanic Gardens throughout most of the year. Take the Border Buses servicex62 from Edinburgh to Peebles...
Garden of the Season
Kellie Castle – Reviving The Spirit of an Historic Garden
The ancient towers of Kellie Castle date back to the 14th century, but after more than 500 years of occupation, the castle and the garden that it overlooks had slipped into a long slumber when in 1878 it found a new and sympathetic tenant in the shape of James Allan...
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It’s here 🗺️ Have you got the latest copy of the #discoverscottishgardens map? These beauties fly off the shelves but not to worry, you can get your own copy at the @nationaltrustforscotland #threavegardenshow and the @sconepalacegardenfair 🗓️ Which gardens are on your must-see list this year?
#scottishgardens #whatsonscotland #map #fortheloveofscotland #visitscotland #rbge #historicscotland
It’s here 🗺️ Have you got the latest copy of the #discoverscottishgardens map? These beauties fly off the shelves but not to worry, you can get your own copy at the @nationaltrustforscotland #threavegardenshow and the @sconepalacegardenfair 🗓️ Which gardens are on your must-see list this year?
#scottishgardens #whatsonscotland #map #fortheloveofscotland #visitscotland #rbge #historicscotland
Hellebores springing into action at @kilbrydecastle 🌸🌼🌞 Open by appointment, you’ll want to arrange your visit asap to not miss out on the explosion of colour in the gardens 🌈
#discoverscottishgardens #scottishgardens #hellebores #spring #visitscotland #hiddengem #scottishcastle
Hellebores springing into action at @kilbrydecastle 🌸🌼🌞 Open by appointment, you’ll want to arrange your visit asap to not miss out on the explosion of colour in the gardens 🌈
#discoverscottishgardens #scottishgardens #hellebores #spring #visitscotland #hiddengem #scottishcastle
Ready to tune in 🎧 We’re so excited to share DSG Director, Dougal Philip, kicks off season 5 of the Scotland Grows Show 🌱
Dougal shares more about our organisation and how we support member gardens throughout the seasons and encourage experiencing gardens across the country all year round.
Listen in to hear Dougal’s favourite gardens to visit and about his long-standing involvement with Discover Scottish Gardens and Scotland’s Gardens Scheme, his journey from a landscape gardener to managing New Hopetoun Gardens, and so much more from decades of experience in Scottish horticulture 🏴
Check out the link in our bio for the Apple and Spotify links to listen to the Scotland Grows Show.
#discoverscottishgardens #scotlandgrows #podcast #scottishhorticulture #scottishgardens #gardeners
Ready to tune in 🎧 We’re so excited to share DSG Director, Dougal Philip, kicks off season 5 of the Scotland Grows Show 🌱
Dougal shares more about our organisation and how we support member gardens throughout the seasons and encourage experiencing gardens across the country all year round.
Listen in to hear Dougal’s favourite gardens to visit and about his long-standing involvement with Discover Scottish Gardens and Scotland’s Gardens Scheme, his journey from a landscape gardener to managing New Hopetoun Gardens, and so much more from decades of experience in Scottish horticulture 🏴
Check out the link in our bio for the Apple and Spotify links to listen to the Scotland Grows Show.
#discoverscottishgardens #scotlandgrows #podcast #scottishhorticulture #scottishgardens #gardeners
Have you spotted any bluebells yet? It seems another early bloom may be in store for bluebell season. Fret not, we’ve got the top spots to see bluebells across Scotland in our next e-newsletter. Sign-up via the link in our bio and keep an eye out for April’s edition🪻
📱footage courtesy of @dunolliemuseumcastle
#bluebells #visitscotland
Have you spotted any bluebells yet? It seems another early bloom may be in store for bluebell season. Fret not, we’ve got the top spots to see bluebells across Scotland in our next e-newsletter. Sign-up via the link in our bio and keep an eye out for April’s edition🪻
📱footage courtesy of @dunolliemuseumcastle
#bluebells #visitscotland
Have you read the latest @scotlandgrows magazine? Be sure to sign-up so you can read through April’s edition 📰 We’ve highlighted a number of fantastic gardens to visit up and down the West Coast of Scotland this spring in our article “Is West Best?” 🌺🪻Whether you’re looking for a peaceful stroll, a family-friendly spot, or a walk with your four-legged friend, discover some of the best displays of spring bulbs and blooms ✔️ start planning your visits to Scottish gardens 🏴
#bluebells #scottishgarden #visitscotland #wildaboutargyll #scotlandgrows #dogfriendly #familyfriendlytravel
Have you read the latest @scotlandgrows magazine? Be sure to sign-up so you can read through April’s edition 📰 We’ve highlighted a number of fantastic gardens to visit up and down the West Coast of Scotland this spring in our article “Is West Best?” 🌺🪻Whether you’re looking for a peaceful stroll, a family-friendly spot, or a walk with your four-legged friend, discover some of the best displays of spring bulbs and blooms ✔️ start planning your visits to Scottish gardens 🏴
#bluebells #scottishgarden #visitscotland #wildaboutargyll #scotlandgrows #dogfriendly #familyfriendlytravel
Hellebores, Hepaticas, Anemones and Irises are filling the grounds at Cambo Gardens 🪻🌼 Why not plan a visit during this spring bulb extravaganza?
📸 by @cambo_gardens
#discoverscottishgardens #scottishgardens
Hellebores, Hepaticas, Anemones and Irises are filling the grounds at Cambo Gardens 🪻🌼 Why not plan a visit during this spring bulb extravaganza?
📸 by @cambo_gardens
#discoverscottishgardens #scottishgardens
Tucked away off the coast near Rhu, you’ll find Glenarn, a special garden showing off all shades from early spring throughout the summer across its many levels.
From the springtime rhododendrons, daffodils and huge Asiatic magnolias to a multi-coloured garden in early summer, the wide range of species of rhododendrons and will keep you coming back for more 🌈
Don’t miss the meconopsis, paeonias, bulbs and unusual herbaceous plants in the rock garden. And for those visiting in the late summer, a white garden of eucryphias and hoherias fill the garden ⚪️🤍🌱
#DiscoverScottishGardens
#Spring #VisitScotland #Magnolia #Rhododendron #WildAboutArgyll #ScottishGardens #EndangeredSpecies #ScotlandIsCalling
Tucked away off the coast near Rhu, you’ll find Glenarn, a special garden showing off all shades from early spring throughout the summer across its many levels.
From the springtime rhododendrons, daffodils and huge Asiatic magnolias to a multi-coloured garden in early summer, the wide range of species of rhododendrons and will keep you coming back for more 🌈
Don’t miss the meconopsis, paeonias, bulbs and unusual herbaceous plants in the rock garden. And for those visiting in the late summer, a white garden of eucryphias and hoherias fill the garden ⚪️🤍🌱
#DiscoverScottishGardens
#Spring #VisitScotland #Magnolia #Rhododendron #WildAboutArgyll #ScottishGardens #EndangeredSpecies #ScotlandIsCalling
Beautiful blossoms blooming at Cowden ⛩️
Find a quiet spot to relax and absorb the serenity of this unique garden 🧘
Cross the zig zag (yatsuhashi) bridge to the island of eternal youth 🌀
Enjoy exploring 🚶🏾♂️woodland walks and children’s activities outside the Japanese garden 🌸
#JapaneseGarden #ScottishGarden #VisitScotland #Tearoom #FamilyFriendly
Beautiful blossoms blooming at Cowden ⛩️
Find a quiet spot to relax and absorb the serenity of this unique garden 🧘
Cross the zig zag (yatsuhashi) bridge to the island of eternal youth 🌀
Enjoy exploring 🚶🏾♂️woodland walks and children’s activities outside the Japanese garden 🌸
#JapaneseGarden #ScottishGarden #VisitScotland #Tearoom #FamilyFriendly
Tis’ the season of yellow 💛🌼🌞
📍Geilston Garden, Dumbarton
#Daffodils #VisitScotland #ScottishGardens
Tis’ the season of yellow 💛🌼🌞
📍Geilston Garden, Dumbarton
#Daffodils #VisitScotland #ScottishGardens
Purple peach Prunus persica is in full blossom at Kinlochlaich Garden Centre 🌸
📸 Photo from @kinlochlaichgarden
#PeachBlossom #Blossom #ScottishGarden #Argyll
Purple peach Prunus persica is in full blossom at Kinlochlaich Garden Centre 🌸
📸 Photo from @kinlochlaichgarden
#PeachBlossom #Blossom #ScottishGarden #Argyll
Magnolias 🌸 Look up now and you’ll find these graceful blossoms decorating the sky 🟦 Soon these beautiful buds will shed their petals, surrounding the ground around the trees with layers of delicate pinks and whites.
📸 by @rbgedinburgh
📍 Silent Space, Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
#RoyalBotanicGardenEdinburgh #Magnolia #Spring #Edinburgh #Scotland
Magnolias 🌸 Look up now and you’ll find these graceful blossoms decorating the sky 🟦 Soon these beautiful buds will shed their petals, surrounding the ground around the trees with layers of delicate pinks and whites.
📸 by @rbgedinburgh
📍 Silent Space, Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
#RoyalBotanicGardenEdinburgh #Magnolia #Spring #Edinburgh #Scotland
With it being #NationalFlowerDay here is a selection of some of our favourite flowers 🥰 What flowers do you love to see or plant?
With it being #NationalFlowerDay here is a selection of some of our favourite flowers 🥰 What flowers do you love to see or plant?