As we enter the peak of rose season, join us as we take a ramble through some of the most romantic rose gardens in 2-for-1 Gardens. You can save money on visits to all of these rose gardens, using your 2-for-1 Gardens entry card. Visit soon to capture the roses in all their glory.
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Powis Castle
Visit Powis Castle, near Welshpool, to find famous rose-coloured ramparts perched atop billowing, cloud-shaped yews. Italianate terraces cascade downwards, whilst roses climb around elegant balustrades and classical-inspired sculptures. Down in the grounds, don’t miss the Edwardian Arts and Crafts bothy, with richly planted rose borders. Whether up on the terraces or in the gardens below, the scent of summer blooms hangs in the air.
Disabled access: Partial access
Dogs: Not permitted
Single visitor discount: Reduced to £7.50 (or £5.50 off peak)
Refreshments: Hot food and light refreshments
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Coughton Court
Warwickshire’s Coughton Court, has a special place in English history, owing to its involvement in both the Throckmorton plot to assassinate Elizabeth I, and later the famous gunpowder plot. Today, the courtyard is still arranged in the style of a Tudor knot garden. For a more informal garden, head to the Rose Labyrinth, with twists and turns, rambling rose arches, and a surprise round every corner. The gardens are far from minimalist, and will keep a keen plantsman interested for hours.
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Hey GPODers! Today we’re back in the flower-filled garden of Heidi Weirether. We first saw her garden a little earlier on in the summer (you check check out that post here: Heidi’s Colorful Garden in Fairfield County) and it’s incredible to see how much has changed in a month’s time! As with much of the northeast this year, Heidi is experiencing incredible hydrangea blooms—but that is just the tip of the floral iceberg in her sensational garden:
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