Architect-designed ¾ acre hillside garden with stunning views. Started autumn 1996. Exotic plants. Gravel gardens for borderline hardy plants. Black and white (purple and silver) garden. Vegetable garden and orchard. Hot border. Lemon and lime bank. Annual, biennial and tender plants for late summer colour. Spring fed ponds. Bog garden. Woodland walk. Allium alley. Free list of plants in garden.
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Box, yew and purple beech sculptured hedges follow the curves of the fields and hills beyond, anchoring the garden in the landscape. Wavy bridge to newly planted field of windbreak trees with sunset-viewing seat. Wobbly bridge over a hidden gorge. Shapes carved into field. Ancient horse chestnut overlooks 13 compost heaps. New plants constantly being tried, most available next door at Special Plants nursery.
Website:
https://www.specialplants.netSpecial Plants,
Chippenham,
South Gloucestershire,
SN14 8LA
Directions to Special Plants
From Bath on A46, turn L into Greenways Lane just before r'about with A420.
You can just turn up and pay on the day.
You can just turn up and pay on the day.
You can just turn up and pay on the day.
You can just turn up and pay on the day.
You can just turn up and pay on the day.
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Yes, cashless payment is accepted.
Sorry, there is no available parking for coaches at Special Plants at this time.
Yes, dogs are welcome at Special Plants. Please keep the dogs on fixed short leads in the garden and keep in mind that you are responsible for controlling the dog’s behaviour. For any specific rules please ask the owners.
Yes, there are various plants offerred for sale at Special Plants, please enquire with the owners for more details.
Sorry, Special Plants does not yet accommodate wheelchair users.
Yes. Special Plants 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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