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August gardens in Leicestershire

Leicestershire has a variety of gardens open to visit and explore in August, find out more below…

Honeytrees Tropical Garden, Bottesford

Tropical and exotic with a hint of jungle! Raised borders with different themes from lush foliage to arid cacti. Exotic planting as you enter the garden gives way on a gentle incline to surprises, inc glasshouses dedicated to various climatic zones interspersed with more exotic planting, ponds and a stream. Representation of over 20 yrs plant hunting. Opens Sunday 2nd, 16th and 30th August.

8 Saintbury Road, Glenfield

A medium sized town garden with two deep borders crammed with shrubs, climbers, perennials and annuals inc cannas, salvias, geraniums and hostas. However, with over 20 varieties, its colourful dahlias which steal the show. Container plants with a tropical feel surround a patio water feature. An arch leads to the rear with vegetable boxes, a greenhouse, flower nooks and yet more dahlias. Opens Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August.

15 The Woodcroft, Diseworth

⅓ acre garden developed by the owner over 46 yrs with mature choice trees and shrubs, old and modern shrub roses, fern garden, wildlife garden, drifts of snowdrops and colour themed mixed herbaceous borders. Gazebo overlooking large wildlife pond, seating throughout the garden. Sand bed planned for 2026 for borderline hardy plants. Opens Sunday 23rd August.

Tresillian House, Melton Mowbray

¾ acre garden re-established by current owner. Beautiful blue cedar trees, specimen tulip tree. Variety of trees, plants and bushes reinstated. Original bog garden and natural pond. Koi pond; glass garden room holds exhibitions and recitals. Vegetable plot. Cowslips and bulbs in springtime. Wide variety of shrubs, plants and flowers. Quiet and tranquil oasis. Opens Sunday 30th August.

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