Sussex, in the south east of England has a plethora of attractive public landscaped gardens for horticulturists to enjoy.
In this article, I will detail 3 of the best (in no particular order).
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens Grade I listed Leonardslee rests in a valley complete with 7 meandering lakes and comprises 240 acres.
Many types of flowers including Magnolias, Azaleas, Camellias and Rhododendrons are on display here.
With its miniature model Victorian town and Victorian motor car exhibit, Leonardslee is also a great place to bring the (grand)kids for an enjoyable day out.
Admission costs £9 on weekends and Bank Holidays, £8 on week days and £6.
50 at all other times.
Children can gain entry for the paltry sum of £4.
Sheffield Park Garden Centrepieced by 4 lakes from the original plot, Sheffield Park Landscaped Garden features bluebells and daffodils in the spring, rhododendrons and azaleas in summer.
In autumn the place is spectacular with its natural colours from the seemingly endless trees and plants.
Prices at Sheffield Park Garden change rather frequently so it is impossible to give an accurate idea of cost, however, at time of writing, an adult ticket will set you back £7.
70 and it is £3.
85 for Children.
Family tickets cost £19.
25.
Nymans Much smaller and more intimate than the previous 2 gardens mentioned above, however this place is a gem.
The gardens are set in the grounds of a family mansion partially destroyed in 1947 by a massive fire.
Despite the destruction, 5 of the family rooms are still open to the public.
The walled section of the garden plays host to a number of beautiful and rare plants and flowers from all over the world.
For those hot summers days there is a licensed pavilion so you can take in the views over 7 or 8 gin and tonics and a hamburger.
Tickets, again, at the time of writing, cost £8.
50 for an adult, £4.
30 for children and a family ticket will set you back £21.