Being one of the Royal Horticultural Society's show gardens, Harlow Carr has an army of gardeners and volunteers, so that 'weeds' don't get much of a look-in and most of the plants are in tip-top condition. It's satisfying therefore to pick out individual specimens, whether commonplace or rare, and study their structure and habit. The dicentra ('bleeding hearts') is a favourite of mine for its colour and graceful, arching stems.
Hellebores have a long flowering season and vary a lot in their size, colour and 'shyness' - some show their flowers proudly and other bow to the ground timorously. I rather liked the almost black variety (foreground below).
Drumstick primulas are aptly named - and equally aptly sometimes called lollipop primulas.
Apple blossom was in full swing - so pretty.
Camellias have done well this year, since we've had very little frost. Rhododendrons are coming into flower, such flamboyant blooms in a variety of colours.
Finally, I have no idea what this vine is - heart-shaped leaves with pink edges - but I thought it very attractive.
Beautiful specimens! I covet the drumstick primulas. Have only ever seen them in photos.
ReplyDeleteLove the Bleeding Hearts. My Grandmother and my Mum always grew them so they remind me of them both.
ReplyDeleteLovely in pink was the first thought that came to mind when seeing these blooms. The bleeding hearts are beautiful.
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