Here the plants choose where to grow. Californian tree poppies elbow valerian aside to crowd round the pool. Verbena ‘Bampton’ obstructs the way to the door. This is a plantsman’s garden with borders full of colour and unusual shrubs and tender perennials, salvias thrive in this warm and sheltered garden. Pandorea jasminoides, justicia and ageratum share the greenhouse with the tomatoes. Hellebores bloom under the trees, a 100 yr old wisteria rampages along pergolas, walls and terraces.
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The 3 acre partly walled garden built around an old swimming pool has been in the same family for 3 generations and the wisteria which covers the walls and terraces is about 100 years old. For the past 33 years interesting and unusual perennials, shrubs and trees, including salvias and tender exotics from the greenhouse have been planted to create a colourful paradise swarming with wildlife particularly in the wild flower meadow.
Crookley Pool,
Horndean,
Hampshire,
PO8 0AB
Directions to Crookley Pool
From Horndean up Blendworth Ln between bakery & hairdresser. Entrance 200yds before church on L with white railings.
This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from June to June for groups of between 15 and 30.
Please contact the garden owner to discuss your requirements and arrange a date for a group or bespoke visit.
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Payment is by cash only. Please get in touch with the owners for more details.
Yes, coaches are accepted at Crookley Pool. Please get in touch with the owners for details.
Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.
Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Crookley Pool, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Yes, one or more routes at Crookley Pool are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. Crookley Pool 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.
