A Day late, but that's because we opted to travel home last night rather than this morning. We often leave Cornwall on the last evening of our holiday rather than the following morning as the roads are so much quieter, allowing us to save a lot of time on the 5 hour journey (plus breaks).
So on day six, we started off with a couple of quick trips to nurseries near to where we were staying, firstly to collect our plants from Hayle Plants, and then pick up a couple we had not decided on at the time at Hardy Exotics before heading to Trewidden Nursery. As you may recall Trewidden won Gold last year at Chelsea and are well known for interesting and unusual succulents, Restios and proteas in particular as well as having a range of other plants too.
Following on from Trewedden and we made our final garden visit on our trip to the Minack Theatre. We have posted about this before (see here).
That rounds off our trip, plenty of more detailed posts to follow
Gaz :)
So on day six, we started off with a couple of quick trips to nurseries near to where we were staying, firstly to collect our plants from Hayle Plants, and then pick up a couple we had not decided on at the time at Hardy Exotics before heading to Trewidden Nursery. As you may recall Trewidden won Gold last year at Chelsea and are well known for interesting and unusual succulents, Restios and proteas in particular as well as having a range of other plants too.
Just a few photos for now, as there will be a dedicated post in due course.
Following on from Trewedden and we made our final garden visit on our trip to the Minack Theatre. We have posted about this before (see here).
That rounds off our trip, plenty of more detailed posts to follow
Gaz :)
This gardening blog follows our journey as we create our Tropical and Exotic themed garden. We hope you'll enjoy the journey as much as we do. We started our Exotic Garden in 2005 and this site will show its development, as well as our travels, both abroad and within the UK to gardens, nurseries and friends.
Wow, the Minack Theatre looked particularly beautiful that day. What a fantastic spot. I remember it well from our last trip.
ReplyDeleteAnd the plants at Trewidden, so perfect! Are you going to have a longer post about your visit there?
Hi Gerhard, yes Trewidden will feature in more detail fairly soon
ReplyDeleteI have just caught up on your trip to Cornwall, and I enjoyed all the views oaf the beautiful countryside, the gardens, and the lovely plants. Thanks for all the great photos. You had a wonderful vacation - now I bet you need a vacation to recover from the vacation!
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed our trip too :)
DeleteAnother fabulous plant-buying vacation draws to a close. I love these posts and am looking forward to seeing the more detailed posts about each of the nurseries. We're all waiting with bated breath to see the finished koi pond.
ReplyDeleteThanks, the koi pond will be revealed soon :)
DeleteSome great plants there. Will be interesting to watch where you put things. That's one of the neatest places you visit. The photos are always fantastic.
ReplyDeleteCher Sunray Gardens
Thanks Cher, Im glad you enjoyed the preview :)
DeleteWhat an incredible location for open air theatre it certainly adds drama.
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Indeed, we have seen a performance there and it is difficult not to let your mind and eyes wander with the stunning scenery.
DeleteThose cliffs are incredible, and I love all the plants along the walkway. It certainly adds a bit more of the dramatic to the dramas. :)
ReplyDeleteThe drama of the theatre does demand a closer inspection!
DeleteOh my gosh how beautiful! Thanks for sharing you guys!
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed the photos Candice.
DeleteI do love the Minac, though I have never seen a play there. Did you buy any restios? They are something I always nearly buy but chicken out of, and I can't really see them fitting in this garden, despite finally having restio-friendly conditions. Maybe one day when I get bored with things...
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