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Specific Families and Genera => Rhododendron and other Ericaceae => Topic started by: TC on May 23, 2007, 10:02:08 PM

Title: Arduaine gardens
Post by: TC on May 23, 2007, 10:02:08 PM

I have managed to get the pictures sorted at last.  These were taken on the 28 April.
The rhoddie I found the most interesting was zeylanicum.  At first, I thought it was a tree with a monkey puzzle like shape.  It was not until I found the label that I realised that it was a rhododendron.  Arduaine is not a large garden by west coast standards but it is jam packed with goodies, especially scented varieties.  Neither is just a Spring garden as it is in flower into Autumn.  If you haven't been, make the effort to go.  You will not be disappointed.  It also has the advantage of some glorious coastal scenery.

Title: Re: Arduaine gardens
Post by: TC on May 23, 2007, 10:33:53 PM

Next selection

Title: Re: Arduaine gardens
Post by: TC on May 23, 2007, 10:42:16 PM

More.

Title: Re: Arduaine gardens
Post by: Susan on May 23, 2007, 10:51:05 PM

Tom,

Thank you for the wonderful trip through Arduaine gardens.  Another must when I get the opportunity to visit Scotland, although it will be some years in the future I fear.  I so enjoy seeing the variety of species grown in these gardens.   Thank you once again.

Title: Re: Arduaine gardens
Post by: TC on May 23, 2007, 10:57:50 PM

Still more

Title: Re: Arduaine gardens
Post by: TC on May 23, 2007, 11:03:08 PM

Last posting. Hooray.  I can now go and do something more useful such as have a bath and go to bed !!