Explorers Garden
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Overview
At this six-acre woodland garden, conceived and built in conjunction with the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, visitors can discover the fascinating history of, and the plants brought back by, the 18th- and 19th-century Scottish Plant Hunters who risked life and limb to achieve their goals. The garden is divided into areas that represent different parts of the world. One of the conversation projects concerns the Monkey Puzzle Tree – the seeds were donated by the Royal Botanic Gardens and planted on a bank that looks out to the Ben-y-Vrackie hills; another project involves conserving and developing primulas from the Himalayas. The garden staff actively encourage birds and red squirrels. There is also a nursery and shop on the site.
About the area
Perth and Kinross, sheltered by the Grampian Mountains, is often regarded as the Heart of Scotland, and its mountains, lochs and glens yearn to be explored. Just outside the ancient city of Perth is Scone Palace, home of the mystical Stone of Destiny, on which 42 Scottish Kings were crowned.
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Milton of Fonab Caravan Park
- Launderette
- Ice pack facility
- Shop onsite
- Wifi available
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