Outlook BODNANT


well-drained, faces south and is sheltered from cold winds — which would oth­ erwise destroy the earlier blooms — and has a back­ ground of yew and beech


trees.Following the downward path to the side of the stream is the rock garden and a waterside garden planted with Asiatic and Candellabra primulas. Nearby is a fine collec­ tion of giant conifers,


planted around'1875 and now exceeding 100ft in height. Among them are Wellingtonias, Giant red­ woods, Western Hemlock and Douglas Firs. Returning towards the


house, one is treated to a massive display of Rhoden- drons and Azaleas, many of which have been raised at Bodnant. Also featured in this area are some fine spe- ciimans of Davidia, (or pocket-handkerchief tree),


some Embothrium (or Mexi­ can fire bush) bearing thorn- sands of orange fuchsia-like flowers, and Pieris (Flame of the Forest) bearing, at this time of year, masses of bright red foliage. Before leaving the gar­ dens, if you go towards the


end of May, look for the famous Laburnum Arch. This is a long, curved walk with Laburnum vossii trained over a frame to form a tunnel of hanging golden


B a rkers


blooms. The dead blooms, which can be poison espe­ cially for children, are removed, by the way.


Bodnant, but refreshments are available on the car p a rk . Dogs a r e n o t admitted.


There is no restaurant at


at any time of year, but May and June are by far the best months.□


Bodnant is worth a visit


PrifnTose Nurseries and Garden Centre FOR A GLORIOUS


SUMMER GARDEN.


See our extensive range of Summer. Bedding Plants, Marigolds, Pansies, Busy Lizzies, Geraniums, Fuchsia and Lobelia for pots and hanging baskets.


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M ARGINAL PLANTS


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SEED POTATOES (25 varieties). Onion Sets, Shallots, Gladioli, Begonias, Gloxinias, Freesias, Anemones and Lilies Over 1000 varieties of Dahlias. Over 500 varieties of


Johnsons, Unwins and Thompson an£ Morgan Seeds Thousands of Our Own Container GROWN ROSES. Or­ namental Trees, Shrubs with many New and Uncommon Varieties, Dwarf Conifers and Heathers, Azaleas and Rhododendrons including choice Vakushimanum and Will-


iamsianum Hybrids.


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Black,*Red and Whit© Currant* — Raspberries and Gooseberries


FRUIT TREES Apples, Pears, Plums, Cherries, etc. selection of Cut Flowers and House Plants


Well-stocked Shop with full range of Garden Sundries • Always a 9°®J


The Pin Mill with water lilies wild.


blackbirds, thrushes, and the red-breasted robins.


uncanny ability through acute hearing and good eye­ sight to locate earthworms, and the ensuing tug-of-war, when the bird endeavours to pull the worm from its hold, is always worth watching. The lawn also gives a clear view of the approach of predators.


Such birds have the


can be attracted to the gar­ den is the hedgehog. The h ed gehog is common enough in East Lancashire and makes a trusting visi­ tor to the garden, where, partial to earthworms, slugs, caterpillars, beetles, and flies, it will do nothing b u t good. I t can be encouraged with a dish of dog or cat food — not bread and milk.


Another worm eater who


heathers, alpines, herbs, rose trees available now.


Hundreds of shrubs,


Large selection of planted tubs, and containers for all summer colour.


R e n t a g e


GARDEN SHEDS and SUMMERHOUSES


- All Sheds bolted together Very strong 2 x 2 Framework throughout


Green Mineral Felt on all roofs The most Traditional shed on the M a rk e t^


Southfield Street, N e ls o n - _ T ^ L J 3 0 3 2 1 9


q u a l it y a l w a y s c o u n t s Unit 4a, Valley Trading Estate,


Hanging baskets filled to your requirements


Telephone COLNE 865650


SKIPTON ROAD, FOULRIDGE


OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK 9 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.


(Main Skipton/Colnc Road)


Within a n d arouncHhoolc^/alled kitchen garden of Broughton Hall, extending to 3V, acres this is the


perfect country sotting in which to choose your garden requirements.


. Extensive Plant Display Beds Garden Shop


Bonsai Trees and Sundries Ponds, Fish and Water Plants


Sheds, Greenhouses and Conservatories Garden Ornaments.and Furniture


COME AND B RO WSE AT YOUR LEISURE BROUGHTON, SKIPTON TEL. 792206


• • Japanese azaleas by the waterfall in the Dell


Established family firm with over 35 years of crowing experience offering friendly service and professional advice.


Open 7 days a week: Mon. — Sat. Q-30 —


WHALLEY ROAD, CLITHEROE, LANCS, BB7 1HT S 0200 23521


-5-30 p.m. • Sunday 10 a.m. -r- 5 p.m. • Open as usual Bank Holidays.


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Broughton N u r s e r i e s


FENCING PANELS IN STONE


Looks like wood but in -


;stone, over lap, interwoven ranch type. Rock lace,


Spanish Balustrade -


Fountains. Lamp Posts. Ornaments. Flags etc


Call and see us. Advice freely given. Large display area - easy parking.


OPEN BANK HOLIDAY WEEK BRIERLAND


PRECAST CO. LTD


ELMS MILL, Richard Street, Brierfield, Nelson 65224


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