Explore The Plant Library

Members of The Plant Library have access to a database of more than 1500 different varieties of mainly herbaceous plants. This is a unique and extensive educational and well-being resource for anyone interested in plants and planting design.

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Becoming a member of The Plant Library grants you access to the database. Other benefits include free drop-in visits to The Plant Library every Friday afternoon, priority access to events at The Apple House, priority access to seasonal guided tours and subscription to newsletters from The Plant Library.

Garden Visits
Visit 3 Gardens: The Plant Library, The Barn Garden and Serge Hill (20 May 2025- Morning)
The Apple House, Sergehill Lane, Bedmond, WD5 0RZ
Tuesday 20 May 2025, 10am-1pm

A special opening with 3 gardens. Visit Tom and Sue Stuart-Smith's renowned Plant Library of over 1500 perennials and shrubs and Barn Garden as well as Kate Stuart-Smith's neighbouring stunning Serge Hill Garden from 10.00am–1.00pm.

All profits raised from ticket sales will go directly to The Serge Hill Project which is a not for profit CIC (Community Interest Company) which works to bring local schools, youth organisations, mental health charities and community groups into contact with nature for the benefits of their health, wellbeing and creativity.

Visitor Information

The gardens are open from 10am-1pm, and it usually takes around two hours to walk around The Barn Garden and The Plant Library. Please note that it is possible to pre-book tea, coffee and cake to enjoy during your visit.

Parking onsite is limited so please car-share or come by public transport wherever possible.

Please note this is a no smoking and no vaping site.

Accessibility

Accessible parking for those who require it is available directly outside The Apple House. There is step-free access to the building and all areas. However, there are many potential trip hazards and uneven surfaces that may be encountered whilst visiting the gardens, along with gravel paths that aren’t suitable for walking frames with wheels. The gardens are extensive so there’s a lot of ground to cover. Please be aware that due to the ongoing building works around the Orchard, there may be additional hazards to look out for.