Geilston Garden, Historic garden in Cardross, Scotland
The garden spans 10 acres along the River Clyde, featuring a walled section centered around a 100-foot tall Wellingtonia tree and numerous seasonal plantings.
James Donald, a tobacco merchant from Glasgow, acquired Geilston in the mid-18th century before selling it to the Geils family of Greenock in 1805.
The National Trust for Scotland maintains this garden, preserving traditional Scottish horticultural practices through workshops and educational programs for visitors.
The garden opens daily from April to October, with facilities including wheelchair access in most areas and a coffee machine for refreshments.
A secret window in the 1797 potting shed allows visitors to observe Geilston Burn flowing through the northern section of the estate.
Location: Argyll and Bute
Website: https://nts.org.uk/visit/places/geilston-garden
GPS coordinates: 55.96910,-4.66180
Latest update: April 28, 2025 07:03
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