Hidden behind high walls, this is an oasis of calm. It's also one of the world's most important botanic gardens, dating back from 1673. In its warm, sheltered micro-climate, an extensive collection of medicinal plants thrives.

An enchanting five-acre garden with 6,000 tulips in bloom up to early May, followed by many other vibrant displays throughout the season. The house may be visited at extra cost.

Both decorative and productive, this is a classic example of an English country house walled garden. Features include kitchen, rose and pool gardens and a 19th-century greenhouse.

Travel back in time at this reconstructed Tudor walled garden. The formal knot garden and vegetable potager contrast with flower-filled orchards and a small box hedge maze.

This unique 20th-century garden is designed for year-round interest through the imaginative use of shapes, colours and textures. The style is relaxed and natural, with an abundance of innovative planting ideas.

A beautiful woodland garden, offering 20 miles of paths among majestic trees, leading to ponds, a bog garden, exotic plantings and an extensive rock garden. Don't miss the dazzling autumn foliage.

The season begins with tulips and apple blossom, then shrub roses, wildflowers and bountiful herbaceous borders take over. It draws to a close with a feast of glorious autumn foliage and Michaelmas daisies.

Many beautiful climbers adorn the mellow brickwork of the walled garden. Colourful borders, roses, alpines, fruit and vegetables thrive in this sheltered spot, while beyond is a richly planted woodland garden.

Including both formal and informal areas, this garden offers beautiful and unusual plants, colourful borders and romantic ruins. There are azaleas, salvias, dahlias and exotic perennials.

Beautifully situated in extensive woodland, these structured, themed gardens offer a wealth of interesting plants. There is always plenty to enjoy, from the Japanese garden with its ferns, acers and hostas to a dry seaside garden.

 

Each year, more than 100 sculptures are selected by Hannah Peschar and installed amongst the mature woodlands, naturalistic plantings and ponds. It's a garden full of surprises.

The West Garden includes a scented garden, parterres, fountains, herb garden and Elizabethan knot garden. There is also extensive parkland beyond, with woodland trails and bluebells. The house may be visited at extra cost.

High Beeches Gardens

Scented azaleas and carpets of bluebells adorn this enchanting landscaped woodland and water gardens. There is a tree trail, many rare plants, wildflower meadows and glorious autumn colour.

A haven of peace overlooking the River Test, this garden combines formal and informal planting. Among the many highlights are meadow walks, a topiary dragon, kitchen garden and woodland grotto.

A romantic English garden, complete with ivy-clad walls and naturalised planting. Take the woodland walk to the picturesque medieval barn.

The garden's formal structure has been combined with a more relaxed planting style to provide interest in every season, with an emphasis on scent and colour. You can climb the Tudor tower for magnificent views.

The highlight of this large Edwardian terraced garden is a maze made of ornamental grasses and perennials. You'll also find elegant roses, a lake, colourful borders, a rock garden and majestic trees.

Discover this hidden gem, close to central London. Enchanting all year, the gardens feature a wide range of diverse plants, from snowdrops in winter to bearded irises in summer.

A peaceful haven featuring an 18th-century walled garden, roses, lavender steps and a small arboretum, as well as beautiful Solent views. The house may be visited at extra cost.

This magnificent 18th century Georgian landscape provides year-round interest. A leisurely stroll will reveal a spectacular lake, many fine trees and vistas, a crystal grotto and various follies, including a Turkish Tent and Gothic Tower. There is plenty of wildlife to look out for too, from kingfishers to rabbits.

There's lots for all to enjoy, from voluptuous borders and an organic ornamental vegetable garden to a turf maze and 1920s Wendy house built into a wall. Parham House may be visited at extra cost.

A sumptuous blend of romantic landscaping, imaginative planting, splendid old trees, fountains and tranquil ponds. Highlights include the rose garden, lilies, kitchen garden and herbaceous borders.

The 15 acres of beautiful, informal gardens feature mature woodlands and a peaceful walled garden filled with vibrant exotic plants.

Wander through woodland filled with rhododendrons, azaleas and bluebells, past the lake and bog garden, and relax in the colourful Millennium Garden with its raised beds and waterfall.

There's plenty to admire and inspire in every season in this large garden, from breathtaking herbaceous borders to a vast dry garden, fragrant roses to themed vegetable plots.

Enjoy delightful woodland walks in this hillside garden, with mature trees, rhododendrons, azaleas and Japanese maples. There are also terraces, roses, rare shrubs and fine views.

This Grade l listed formal woodland garden was laid out in 1720. It features radiating avenues leading to temples, statues, a lake and ornamental ponds, plus more recent flower gardens. Seasonal displays include rhododendrons, magnolias and wildflowers.

Discover more than 42,000 plants from temperate regions, set within 180 acres in a range of landscapes, including Europe's largest winter garden.

A new arboretum joins the attractions at this peaceful woodland garden, which is full of rare trees and shrubs, under planted with a wide selection of shade lovers.

Formally planted with yew hedges and herbaceous borders, this garden also features an orchard, rose garden, knot garden and herb beds. A new addition is the colonial-style vegetable garden, full of plants and crops that settlers would have grown in Virginia in the 17th century.

Enjoy a peaceful stroll through this Grade 1 listed landscape, with its many rare trees, large lake, organic herbaceous borders and spectacular Great Conservatory. The house may be visited at extra cost.

Planted in naturalistic style, the ornamental gardens are beautiful, free-spirited and full of inspiration. They're set in 170 acres that also include woodlands and an organic farm.