Shadows on the Meadow 1

Following the hot weather, the finest acid wildflower meadow in the South East is just coming into flower at High Beeches.

The evening sun cast shadows.

Follow this blog to see the meadow change over the next few weeks.

A Beautiful Tree



Fagus sylvatica heterophylla Aspenifolia

This has to be one of the most beautiful trees in the UK. Planted by Col Giles Loder in the early part of the 20th century, a survivor of the storm of 1987.  Also known as 'Fern leaved Beech' or 'Cut leaved Beech' it is one of the most effective of large ornamental trees.   At this time of year its young foliage glows in the sunlight.  It is one of many rare trees that make up the collection at High Beeches.

Bluebell Time



Blue Camassias, Prunus serrula and bluebells

Prunus serrula is mainly grown for its beautiful polished red-brown bark.  It was introduced to this

country by E.H Wilson from Western China in 1908.  Camassias (  Quamash or Wild Hyacinths)

 are perennials native to the Western United States.

Rhododendron campylocarpum and bluebells

The glades at High Beeches are thickly carpeted with  bluebells contrasting beautifully with yellow Rhododenrons and primroses.

The garden is open from 11 am on Bank Holiday Monday.