Penjerrick Garden

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Penjerrick Garden often referred to as "Cornwall's true jungle garden" lies between Budock Water and Mawnan Smith, near Falmouth, United Kingdom.

This peaceful 15 acre, sub-tropical, spring-flowering garden has fascinating views of the sea and a considerable historical and botanical interest.

Penjerrick Garden was created 200 years ago by Robert Were Fox F.R.S. and his children, Anna Maria, Barclay and Caroline (R.W. Fox's brother, Charles was responsible for the Garden at Trebah and his brother Alfred for the garden at Glendurgan).

They planted the upper garden with specimens collected abroad including rhododendrons, camellias, magnolias, azaleas, tree ferns and bamboos. The garden is also the home of the Penjerrick and Barclayi hybrid rhododendrons.

The lower part of Penjerrick is a dense valley garden reached by a wooden bridge. In this wild, jungle-like setting are four ponds and countless tree ferns that date back almost to the original planting of the garden. The tranquil garden (now owned by Rachel Morin) is at its best in April and May.