This weekend saw the Ardchattan fete take place, thanks to a huge amount of hard work from the local Guides, Scouts, families and individuals. As a result over £2,400 was raised to be shared among local charities. Despite the damp weather there were plenty of people here to enjoy the fabulous lunches, teas, baking and family activities.
Getting ready for the fete
With less than a week to go until the fete, the gardens are looking wonderful.
Sunshine and showers
After a week of sunshine and showers, the garden is looking very lush, and there is something of interest in each area …. too much to cover right now though, you’ll have to come and see for yourself!
Looking forward to the fete
It is only a few weeks now to the annual Fete – this year it will be held on Sunday 28th July. Make a note in your diaries!
The wild garden
The wild garden is looking lovely and is a nice contrast to the more formal areas of the garden. Elsewhere in the garden the Pheasants Eye Narsissus are still blooming an the hostas are just coming into flower.
It’s all happening!
My quick walk round the garden ended up taking a lot longer than intended today … there is just so much to see!
Katsura tree
Another understated gem in the garden is Cercidiphyllum japonicum, also known as Katsura. This medium sized tree originating from Japan and China has heart shaped leaves along the length of its branches which change colour throughout the seasons.
Epimediums
This epimedium is flowering its heart out despite the cold winds, and is a welcome splash of pink in the sea of daffodils.
Daffodils still blooming
As we approach May the Daffodils are still at their best and some of the Rhododendrons and Azaleas are coming into flower.
Gardens open!
The gardens are now open for the season to the public, and we look forward to welcoming you here. There are signs of spring in all corners of the garden, often well tucked away from the cold easterly winds we have had lately.
