Secret Gardens

Argyll is a magical place for everything botanical…

Make good use of these 2 online schemes which can help you find and visit the most beautiful and fascinating gardens on the west coast of Scotland…:

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme https://scotlandsgardens.org/find-a-garden/
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme features several unique private and estate gardens open across Argyll, showcasing coastal views, woodland collections, and historic grounds.

Their map is really helpful…

Glorious Gardens of Argyll & Bute http://www.gardens-of-argyll.co.uk/gardens.php
The group comprises 18 gardens varying in size, style and maturity, dating from the 13th to the 20th century. They are spread throughout the mainland of Argyll, often in dramatic scenery, and to the islands of Bute, Gigha, and Seil.
There are many outstanding plants to be discovered including species rhododendrons, magnolias and fine specimens of conifer, some of which are the largest trees in Britain.