Historic Buildings and Gardens

Dawyck Botanic Garden

Stobo, Peebleshire EH45 9JU

Tel: 01721 760254

website: www.rbge.org.uk

In the depths of the Scottish Boarders, Dawyck Botanic Garden has a stunning collection of trees and shrubs. Benefiting from a cooler continental climate, and with over 300 years of tree planting. Dawyck is truly one of the world's finest arboreta. Exotic conifers dating back to 1680, along with the unique Dawyck Beech and some of the tallest trees in Britain, make Dawyck a jewel in the crown of the Scottish Borders.

Carpets of bulbs mark the arrival of spring especially on the banks of the Scrape Burn which turn white with drifts of snowdrops. Magnificent colour in early summer is provided by the Garden's collections of rhododendrons particularly those in the Azalea Terrace. Dawyck's famous collection of trees and shrubs ensures that autumn is a memorable time of year, with flaming leaves and luscious berries.

Special trails highlight just a few of the special collections at Dawyck. Follow the intrepid adventures of David Douglas or discover more about our native natural heritage with the Scottish Rare Plant Trail. Find out about fungi, mosses and lichens in the world's first-ever reserve for non-flowering plants.

Providing light refreshments, including delicious home baking, the Conservatory has gifts and souvenirs as well as a good selection of plants for the discerning gardener.

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