RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Botanical garden in Harrogate, United Kingdom
Description
RHS Garden Harlow Carr is a large garden spread across multiple sections including alpine plant areas, wooded zones, open meadows, and water features throughout the grounds. The site combines different landscape types ranging from formal garden rooms to more naturalistic planting areas.
History
The site began as a spa resort in 1840 when mineral springs were discovered in the area. It shifted its purpose in 1950 to become a garden managed by the Northern Horticultural Society.
Culture
The Royal Horticultural Society shaped this place into a teaching space where visitors encounter hands-on demonstrations of gardening practices and learn how plants are grown throughout the year.
Practical
The garden has many benches positioned along the paths and designated picnic spots throughout the grounds. Routes are wide and suitable for wheelchairs and strollers, making it accessible for visitors of all abilities.
Did you know?
The Kitchen Garden section demonstrates how to grow food crops that thrive in Yorkshire's climate, with plantings that shift through the seasons. Visitors can observe practical methods for cultivating vegetables and herbs suited to the region's weather patterns.
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