About Milford House Farm
This country garden has a ‘no mow ‘ lawn with midsummer bold borders, cool borders, a white garden and a ha-ha overlooking the ‘Japanese’ area and lower orchard. The drive has foliage plants and hardy geraniums, and hellebores. A new hedge is being established.
The walled garden was built in 2005/6 and includes fishpond and bathtub water features with lilies. Abundant planting includes a vine, fig , roses , sweet-peas, dahlias and wisteria, annual and perennial veg. An area of potted tender plants, succulents, cacti and a banana enjoy the shelter and protection of the walls.
The orchard has apple, pear, quince, mulberry, and plum trees, alongside native and ornamental trees. It includes a large wildlife pond planted with ornamental and native wetland and water plants, including lilies and irises.
The orchard has a long, firm, pathway extending for its length. This is suitable for some wheelchair access. Composting, recycling and re-using materials is constant.
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