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National showcase
Internationally recognised for its naturalistic style , Knoll Gardens specialises in ornamental grasses, and has eight consecutive Chelsea Gold Medals to its name.
The story of Knoll Gardens began over 30 years ago with a collection of unusual trees and shrubs.
Now the extensive modern planting of grasses and perennials uses the superb framework these mature specimens provide to create an ever changing wealth of colour, shape and form throughout the year.
Informal setting
Over 5,000 plant species and forms can be found within Knoll's informal setting of winding paths and constantly changing views. Constantly evolving, the four acre garden is now a showcase for all the wonderful plants available at the nursery and provides the ideal opportunity to discover at first hand
how they can be used to create a long season of interest with a minimal amount of work.National showcase
In addition to housing three National Collections, Knoll Gardens features frequently in both the national press and on television. Knoll is right at the forefront of the modern style of gardening: introducing, growing and showing new plants nationally from its glorious Dorset gardens.
The Nursery at Knoll
The Nursery at Knoll offers one of the country's most exciting and varied selections of grasses and select perennials.
Gold Medals
Gold Medal winners at Chelsea for the last eight years, Knoll is a specialist grower, providing plants perfectly suited to the demands of modern day gardening. These can be seen growing throughout our nationally acclaimed garden.
Events
Master Classes, demonstrations and guided walks take place throughout the season. These provide the perfect opportunity to see and experience at first hand the techniques that have placed Knoll at the forefront of horticultural excellence.
Plant sales
Personal visitors are welcome at the nursery. A full colour catalogue is available for postal shoppers whilst a regularly updated online service, and active free plant club, is also available via our comprehensive website.
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Opening Times
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(2009 times)
May - November, Tuesday - Sunday & Bank Hols, 10am - 5pmDecember - April, Wednesday - Saturday, & Bank Hols, 10am - 4pm closed 20th December - 31st January inclusive. |
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Admission Charges
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(2009 prices)
Admission to Gardens Only:Adult £5.25; Concession £4.50; Child (4-14) £3.75. Group rates available. RHS members Free throughout open period No charge for admission to Nursery. Coaches by appointment only. |
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Directions
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| Follow the brown signs from all major routes into Wimborne |
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Knoll Gardens Postcode for SatNav: BH21 7ND |
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Nearby Attractions
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Stapehill Abbey
(1 Mile)*
For nearly 200 years, Stapehill Abbey was a place of quiet retreat and meditation locked away from the outside world, Home to a Silent Order of Nuns. It is now a museum, farm, gardens and craft centre. |
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Priest's House Museum
(3 Miles)*
The Priest's House is an historic town house dating from the 16th century. This Grade II* listed building retains many original architectural features. |
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Kingston Lacy
(5 Miles)*
Kingston Lacy is a magnificent mansion with important collections, set in attractive formal gardens and parkland. |
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