Curator's Choice
Marks Hall changes throughout the seasons, our Curator highlights his personal favourites
Published: February 2010
Robins Grove at Marks Hall is a sight not to be missed this time of year.
Published: September 2009
The most remarkable of the pinnate leaved Sorbus, creamy white flowers in the summer are followed by large heads of small pink fruit, which can currently be seen on route to the Memorial site.
Published: September 2009
Cornus kousa chinensis originates from China, mute red berries are produced after flowering, often described as strawberry like, however they have a charm of their own. You can see the fruits of the Cornus kousa chinensis at Marks Hall now, where they are planted beyond the Birkett Long Milenium walk.
Published: August 2009
Agapanthus are native to South Africa and the flower-heads range from blue/violet to white in colour. Our stunning selection can be seen in Gondwanaland.
Published: June 2009
Commonly know as Snow Gum, during the summer this Eucalyptus produces white flower clusters filling the air with the scent of honey. They can be found throughout Gondwanaland. To experience this sweetness head to Gondwanaland.
Published: May 2009
Originating from Western America they are perennial plants and flower from May to June. Their six-petaled flowers vary in colour from pale lilac or white to deep purple or blue-violet. Camassia grow in the wild in great numbers and sometimes colour whole meadows . Camassia quamash can be found near the Taxodium Swamp.
Published: April 2009
Affectionately known as 'Mollie-the-witch', Paeonia mlokosewitschii, makes up for its awkward name with a magnificent display of large, pale yellow goblets, with a central boss of deep gold.
Published: April 2009
Osmanthus decorus originate in Asia and are located throughout the Millennium Walk. The small clusters of white flowers produce a delicate fragrance which should not be missed.
Published: March 2009
Our little grove of Okame will be at their best this weekend, as their almond scented flowers attract a host of bees.
Published: February 2009
Witch hazels relish a cold spell which promotes flowering and this year these started flowering around Christmas and are still going strong.