Oakwood
Oakwood is the most historic part of Wisley, originally created in 1878 within an existing wood. The vision was to successfully grow difficult plants from parts of the world such as Asia and Japan.
In the woodland you'll find planting that loves damp, peaty soil. Hostas, hellebores, primulas and trilliums form the groundcover, with camellias, rhododendrons and magnolias providing the tree/shrub canopy above.
More recently, we have planted the beautiful Cardiocrinum giganteum (giant Himalayan lily), which thrives in moist, semi-shaded conditions. This towering plant can reach up to 2.5m high, producing striking, fragrant white lily flowers in summer.
Oakwood is a favourite of our visitors for its sense of peace and tranquility....you could almost be in the depths of a forest.
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