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With an enviable setting in the ancient precinct of Melrose Abbey, Priorwood Garden has three distinct areas.
The first area is Scotland’s only garden that used to be dedicated to dried flowers. Most of the flowers and herbs were grown for this purpose but they also provide an impressive display in their own right, especially in summer when the herbaceous borders are at their vibrant and colourful best.
With wonderfully framed views across to the abbey, the orchard cultivates many historical apple varieties, as well as plums, pears, damsons and greengages.
Finally, the shady woodland area brings a touch of untamed wildness to the garden.
October marks the start of the British apple season and the PLANTS project team have picked some of the highlights they encountered at Priorwood and Harmony Gardens.
