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We take pride in our sub-tropical surroundings Spring is also a perfect time to visit some of
here at St Michaels. Our resident gardener, Richard, Cornwall’s beautiful public gardens.
works tirelessly year-round to ensure our guests Did you know that spring in Cornwall is officially
can always experience our gardens at their best. announced once all 7 Champion Magnolia Campbellii IT’S A
He even uses the granules left over from your trees have at least 50 blossoms? These 7 trees
morning coffee to fertilise the soil! Our micro are spread out across the county and can be
climate means the spring time blooms start early. GARDENERS
found at Caerhays, The Lost Gardens of Heligan,
Richard’s top things to look out for in our gardens Trebah, Tregothnan, Trengwainton, Trewidden
this spring season are: and Trewithen. The beautiful Magnolia campbellii W ORLD
flowers quickly once its winter jacket has been
• We have three colourful Madeira Geraniums shed, making it a good measure for the onset of
which bloom in the Spring. They’re big balls of warmer weather!
pinkish flowers, making them easy to spot!
SEE PAGE 21 FOR MORE INFORMATION
• Our wonderful Magnolia tree will start to ON OUR SPRING GARDEN BREAK
bloom at the beginning of spring. It’s one of FROM ONLY £219PP
my favourite features in the gardens and adds
real character.
• Our Agapanthus’ are another focal point in the
gardens. They can’t handle the cold and frost,
so only grow in southern areas where the
climate is a bit warmer. It goes to show we
really do boast sub-tropical gardens!

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