Happy Canada Day!
And it's prime rose season too... lots of cause for celebration!
First, a list of some of the current highlights:
• Roses: We are in peak rose season now, and will be for the next week or more.
• Perennial Borders are lovely - lots in bloom. And the lavender in the Knot Garden is blooming.
• In the Courtyard area, the Japanese Tree Lilacs (sweet smell) are in bloom, and note the Climbing Hydrangea on the fence by the Innovative Garden as well as the water lilies in the pond.
• Shrubs & Trees: On the lower path, you can see the tall tulip tree still blooming, and nearby, the yellow wood is starting to drop its white petals. The Satomi Dogwood (pink) on the way to the Acadian Cottage, and the white Kousa Dogwoods near the Cottage, and one down between the ponds, are in bloom and will be highlights for the next couple weeks. Also near the ponds, the various Kalmias (Mountain Laurels) are still blooming.
• The Victorian Garden is filling in nicely and will be a highlight all season.
• Special:
○ Japanese Tree Lilacs in the Courtyard - lovely bloom and sweet scent
○ Roses - more than 285 cultivars of roses!
○ Kousa Dogwood trees - both pink and white
Soon to come…
• Stewartias, hydrangeas, daylilies and lots more
Highlight times ahead:
• Daylilies & Hydrangeas - usually later July
• Heather Collection - early August
The Gardens are open every day (holidays included)
Operating hours: 9am-5pm. (Last entry at 5pm)
Note: Starting on July 5, we will be staying open until 6pm each evening. These extended hours will continue until mid-late August.
And remember: no charge for kids under 18.
Be sure to pick up a scavenger hunt activity for them to work on during your walk!
The Gardens Shop is also open 7 days a week, 9am-5pm.
The Elm Tree Cafe is open daily, 11am - 4pm.
For detailed visitor information, hours and rates, please visit www.historicgardens.com
Seasonal Selections - Part 1
The Japanese Tree Lilacs in the Courtyard are gorgeous!
A close up!
The lavender is coming into bloom in the Knot Garden.
And, a close up.
The Innovative Garden always has interesting features...
...and information.
Nearby, on the fence, is the climbing hydrangea.
Canada Day in the Gardens
Join us in the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens on Canada Day, July 1.
We are offering a special discount rate of $12.50 including tax for adults,
and kids under 18 are FREE! We have scavenger hunts to keep the youngsters engaged, and we'd also love for them to help us locate some fairie houses and pesky little gnomes who are hiding in the Gardens.
Be sure to wear red in honour of Canada Day!
And... there are lots of other activities in Annapolis Royal to round out your day!
Seasonal Selections - Part 2
The Mountain Laurels have been stunning - you can still catch some of the beauty if you visit soon!
Same goes for the peonies!
The Satomi Dogwood is wowing visitors...
... as is the white kousa dogwood!
Funky flowers like the Phlomis and the Torch Lilies add interest.
It's not too late to pick up a 2025 Membership!
To purchase online: Buy Now
OR
Phone us at 902-532-7018
We are so pleased to be working with the Annapolis District Drama Group
on another exciting edition of Shakespeare in the Gardens...
The final details are falling into place regarding tickets and timings.
In the meantime, if you wish to be notified directly as soon as tickets are available, please email us and we'll add you to our growing priority contact list.
New in the Shop - The Art of Mi'kmaw Basketry
Drop by soon to see the many gift ideas in the Gardens Shop.
The Gardens Shop is open 7 days a week for your convenience,
from 9am-5pm. Drop by soon!
And if you can't get here in person,
you can explore our online shop for gift ideas, and have items shipped.
Explore now!
In addition to some great luncheon items,
the Elm Tree Cafe is well known for its homemade sweets and treats
like these ice cream sandwiches!
Selections change daily.
The Cafe is open to Garden visitors and members, daily 11am-4pm.
Everything's Coming Up Roses!
Peak rose season is always a popular time in Annapolis Royal,
as the extensive rose collection in the Historic Gardens takes the spotlight.
Here is just a taste of the beauty.
With more than 285 cultivars of roses,
you really need to experience it first hand to do it justice!
Donations to the Gardens
The Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens Society is a registered charity whose purpose is stewardship of these Seventeen Acres of Paradise. Without the charitable donations we receive every year, the Gardens could simply not exist. We encourage you to support the Society in this important work to help to ensure the Gardens continue to blossom for future generations.
Please consider a donation today!
There is nothing like sitting by the ponds on a hot day!
Hope to see you in the Gardens soon.
HAPPY CANADA DAY!
Trish
“The earth laughs in flowers”
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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