June 2021 – Castle Kennedy Gardens

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Welcome

It has been our family’s honour to create, restore and care for one of Scotland’s hidden treasures for almost 300 years. These important historical Gardens, situated on an isthmus, consist of 300ha (75 acres) of sculptured landscapes, and magnificent avenues radiating out from the iconic Castle Kennedy ruins. Described as ‘one of the showpieces of Galloway’, it is one of Scotland's most important historical landscaped gardens with its collection of Rhododendrons, Championship Trees and rare species.

The Gardens are perfect for exploring and provides a fun day out for families, with a charming Tea Room, Gift Shop and Plant Centre.

We warmly welcome you to the Gardens and we look forward to seeing you soon.

The Earl and Countess of Stair

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Castle Kennedy Gardens

Our Rhododendron arboreum are spectacular!

Castle Kennedy Gardens holds the record of having the tallest Rhodoendron arboreum subsp. cinnamomeum in UK, British Champion Tree - tallest. Height, 13 metres, diameter 37cm, girth 116cm. This is an orginal Joseph Hooker introduction.

Rhododendron is derived from Greek word: “rhodo” means “rose” and “dendron” means “tree.”. A large, evergreen tree, leaves are broad, dark green with brown hairs on the underside. Large cluster of 15-20 bell shape scarlet, pink or white flowers are produced in Spring.

Symbolism: Riches and prosperity, unwavering belief and faith.
In Nepalese culture, the flower is often associated with purity, love, and patriotism.

Uses: The flowers can be eaten, made into pickles, dried for tea, and chewed to treat dysentery. A fish poison can be made from the young leaves, and the juice is sprinkled on mattresses to kill bed bugs. The wood is prized for making bowls, spoons and furniture.

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