Crarae Garden
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| Grid reference: | NR983974 |
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| Website: | Crarae Garden |
Crarae Garden is a garden by the banks of Loch Fyne in Argyllshire, owned by the National Trust for Scotland.
In contrast to some of the stately gardens one associates with National Trust properties, Crarae Garden is truer to its craggy location under the lowering slopes of the mountains, for here is Britain's finest example of an exotic Himalayan-style woodland garden.
The hillside is laid out informally with of mature woody plants radiating out from the burn creates a wonderful natural effect.
It is a magical spot at any time of year, with the earlier flowers of countless rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias and magnolias being replaced later in the season by the rich tints of foliage and fruit.