Glenarn
Glenarn is a private garden largely created and originally made famous for its collection of species rhododendrons by the Gibson family. Established in the 1920's and 30's the garden lies in a protected hollow with a steeply sloping glen running its length and providing shelter for large-leafed and tender rhododendrons.
Early in the spring, tall asiatic magnolias create dramatic interest while other plants such as crinodendrons, eucryphias and acers give colour at different times. A large rock garden built around the old quarry and natural rock outcrop provides a variety of habitats for smaller plants such as meconopsis, primulas, dwarf rhododendrons and many bulbs in season.
“Such a surprise to find the Himalayas 25 miles from the centre of Glasgow.”
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Glenarn Information
- Address:
- Glenarn Road, Rhu, Helensburgh, G84 8LL
- Tel:
- 01436 820493
- Email:
- masthome@dsl.pipex.com
- Contact:
- Michael and Sue Thornley
- Open:
- 21st March - 21st September, dawn till dusk.
- Getting there:
- Off the A814 2 miles north of Helensburgh.
- Facilities available:
- Wheelchair access in part/with assistance, Catering for groups available by prior agreement, Plants for sale, Guided tours by prior agreement
- Nearest gardens:
- Geilston Garden ~ 10 minutes | Linn Botanic Gardens ~ 25 minutes