Introduction
The Flower Garden has a geometric layout and is dominated by Chusan palms and other exotic plants. The garden has wallflowers in the spring and roses, clematis and wisteria during the summer. Other features include an auricula theatre.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Telephone
0844 800 1895Website
http://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDirections
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/calke-abbey/how-to-get-here/
Other Websites
- History
Period
- 18th Century (1701 to 1800)
- Late 18th Century (1767 to 1800)
- Features & Designations
Plant Environment
- Plant Type
- Flower Garden
Features
- Garden Feature
- Description: The auricula theatre has tiered shelving within an alcove where auriculas are displayed.
- Flower gardens
- Key Information
Type
Formal
Purpose
Ornamental
Plant Environment
Plant Type
Period
18th Century (1701 to 1800)
Survival
Extant
Open to the public
Yes
Civil Parish
Calke
- Related Documents
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CLS 1/983/1
Parkland Plan Vol.1 - Hard Copy
Hilary Taylor Landscape Associates Ltd - 2012
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CLS 1/983/2
Parkland Plan Vol.2 - Hard Copy
Hilary Taylor Landscape Associates Ltd - 2012
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CLS 1/983/3
Parkland Plan Vol.3 - Hard Copy
Hilary Taylor Landscape Associates Ltd - 2012
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CLS 1/983/1