Edward Ferrers was responsible for creating this ‘court garden’ by 1722 as part of his improvements to the house. It is an enclosed and formal area of grass, in the centre of which a sundial has recently been reinstated.*
The National Trust has planted apple trees of historical nature along the lawn.
*Information from the Baddesley Clinton guide book.
Walled gardens are always a delight
I am quite fascinated by the restoring of them in old properties. It is interesting to see how they develop.
I wasn’t aware that there were historical apple trees. One lives and learns.
They like to restore the places with tree types that are authentic to the time and place.
“The National Trust has planted apple trees of historical nature along the lawn.”
And not a single palm for historical dates.
Well to be fair, I don’t think palms where planted at any time at Baddesley Clinton
That wisteria is beautiful too
The wisteria was wonderful
Did NT plant any apple trees against the wall in espalier style?
I have seen some espalier apple trees at Lambeth Palace garden in London.
Unfortunately, that garden is only open to the public once a year.
But it’s always the case, they didn’t open it last year…
Looks like it will be shut this year too.
Have you heard of Open Garden Squares Weekend (OGSW) in London?
You pay £10 and that allows you to visit 200 plus garden for 2 days in London.
Most of the gardens are normally closed to the public, so it’s a great chance to discover secret gardens in London.
Some of the gardens are open to the public but admission charged. But if you’ve got the
…OGSW ticket, it’s free!
For example, entrance to Chelsea Physic Garden (one of the many gardens that take part in OGSW) itself will cost you £8. So it’s definitely good value for your money! But you need to plan ahead, most beautiful gardens can be found in West London, where the richest people live! Ha,
If you’re into gardening, I think you shouldn’t miss this OGSW.
This is my 4th year doing OGSW.
I didn’t notice any apple trees against the wall…
I have not heard of the Open Garden Squares Weekend before. Thank you for sharing that with me, it sounds like a fun weekend to plan
I so love wisteria just wish it was in flower for longer x
It is very beautiful isn’t it