Stewartias at High Beeches



Stewarta rostrata

Stewartia rostrata seed capsules

High Beeches Garden has the National Collection of Stewartias

Stewartia (Stuartia) Theaceae are a small genus of ornamental shrubs and trees.  They require a semi-shaded position, lime free soil and are particularly suited to woodland conditions.

All have white, camellia like flowers which are produced throughout July and August

Stewartia sinensisf.

Reptiles at High Beeches

Two common lizards, Lacerta vivipara

A common Toad, Bufo bufo

The reptiles are enjoying the wet weather.  There are hundreds of frogs as well as toads, lizards and slow worms.

I have also found a glow worm, Lampyris noctiluca and hope to find more.

What is this?  A newt?