Opening in time for Mother’s Day, Houghton Lodge Gardens is a picture of spring. With daffodils lining the banks of the River Test, contrasting scilla along the front drive and the emerging tulips – the 2019 season is launching with an explosion of colour.
The formal and informal gardens of the 18th century historic house, near Stockbridge, will open on Saturday 30th March and visitors will be treated to the heart-warming sights of spring across the Walled Garden, Long Border and Peacock Garden.
In early April, the tulips will provide a splash of colour across beds and borders. Enjoy the copper orange colour of Tulip Ballerina, the peachy tones of Tulip Blushing Beauty and the deep red of Lasting Love. In the cutting beds 500 tulips have been planted to create a show-stopping view from the tearoom patio and new seating area.
The Walled Garden will feature two new flower beds planted with old roses underplanted with beautiful perennials, as well as a restored water feature in front of the conservatory. The Hosta bed which was planted last spring, is also expected to flourish for the 2019 season, along with 42 old roses that have been planted round the garden.
From the 30th March, visitors can also visit Honesty at Houghton Lodge Tearoom to enjoy delicious homemade cakes and light refreshments. The 2019 Art Exhibition opens with paintings by Caroline Liddington, Barbara Green, Maggie Cochrane and Miranda Pender. Visitors to just the tearoom and the art exhibition are welcome without the need to purchase a ticket for the garden.
2019 Seasons Highlights include:
Art Exhibitions in The Orangery with Creative Coverage
House Tours (must be pre booked, see website for dates and details)
Apple Day 29th September
Houghton Lodge Gardens open on Saturday 30th March until 30th September 11am – 5pm Monday to Friday and 10am – 5pm on weekends and Bank Holidays.
