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In spring the bulbs and blossoms are amazing. A variety of interesting trees and shrubs inc numerous acers, hydrangeas and a new apple orchard have been planted, a process which continues. There are two ponds featuring water lilies and irises, and a connecting constructed stream. Four varied island beds, a wild meadow area and two raised vegetable beds have been added.

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  • Chris & Dianne Davis
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About Good Robins

What was agricultural land 40 years ago is now a developing garden with a number of fascinating features. The trees, in particular, are worthy of note. Acers, young and old, Japanese and English, bring colour throughout the year, while the recently established apple orchard is still to come to fruition. Paulownia, Pride of India and Parrotia are found along with Liquidamber, English Oak, Red Oak, Holm Oak, Ash, Copper Beech, Eucalyptus, Holly, Silver Birch, Rowan, Willows, Amelanchier, Lilac, Cherries, Pears, Damson, a Strawberry Tree, a young Toffee Apple Tree, Cordylines, Trachycarpus, pink and white Hazels (including Kentish Cob), Elder, Olive, Ceanothus, Tamarisk, Cotinus (Smoke Bush), Acacia (Mimosa), Macrocarpa, Sweet and Horse Chestnut and, of course, Leylandii.

In Spring, snowdrops, crocus, narcissi and tulips follow each other as the season progresses.
Summer brings French and Yellow Irises, water lilies, grasses, including Pampas and Stipa Gigantica, a wild flower meadow, Cosmos, Rudbeckia, Roses, Hydrangeas, Viburnum, Nandina, Black Bamboo, Viper’s Buglos (including Echium), Hollyhocks, Camellias, Cornus, Paeonias, Philadelphus, Buddleia and more.

The raised beds include potatoes, onions, garlic and salad crops, depending on time of year and rotation. Tomatoes and grapes are found in the greenhouse.
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Location details

Good Robins,
Ventnor,
Isle of Wight,
PO38 2LQ

Directions to Good Robins
2m S from The Crown, Shorwell; via Farriers Way, Corve Hill, Park Ln, Atherfield Rd. 3m NW from The Wight Mouse, Chale via Military Rd, Southdown, Atherfield Rd. 9m W of Ventnor via Niton & Mili Rd. What3words app - bonnet.applauded.frogs. Parking in nearby field. Blue Badge holders only on site.

Good Robins openings

This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.

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FAQs

Yes, cashless payment is accepted.

Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Good Robins at this time.

Sorry, no dogs are allowed in the garden at this time.

There are no plants for sale for the time being.

Yes, one or more routes at Good Robins are accessible to wheelchair users.

Yes. Good Robins 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.