Planted in 2006 with 1000 80cm high native trees. The 1½ acre site inc a pond and wildflower strip where butterflies are a feature in July. Spring wildflowers inc native bluebells in May. Mown paths through the trees which are now 18ft high. Elevated viewing platform in place, with further extension planned.
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Planted in 2006 with 1000 80cm high native trees. The 1½ acre site inc a pond and wildflower strip where butterflies are a feature in July. Spring wildflowers inc native bluebells in May. Mown paths through the trees which are now 18ft high. Elevated viewing platform in place, with further extension planned.
John's Wood,
Leicester,
Leicestershire,
LE8 6UF
This garden has now completed its National Garden Scheme openings for this year.
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The garden surrounds the Georgian Old Rectory. It contains many species of trees, ranging in age from centuries-old to very young saplings. This year...
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Set within the grounds of the Glenfield Hospital, the Secret Garden is 1 acre in size, hidden behind the walls of a Victorian Walled garden which has...
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Approx ½ acre divided into garden rooms with formal and informal planting plus specimen trees. Incl. formal white garden, rose garden, sunken...
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120ft cottage style garden packed with lots of colourful perennials and annuals. Many pots and containers full of cannas, agapanthus, banana plants...
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Lovely views overlooking the Welland Valley, this 2 acre garden has been developed from a sloping brickyard rubbish plot over 36 yrs. There is a...
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A large, sloping garden of ¾ acre with wonderful views. Enter via a side gate and follow a narrow path opening up into what feels like a large...
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Large garden with range of well established trees and planting as well as orchard/wildflower meadow. Varied features inc Japanese inspired seating...
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Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at John's Wood 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 John's Wood are accessible to wheelchair users.
Yes. John's Wood 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.
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