Englefield Gardens

About the garden

The garden at Englefield has origins that date back over 400 years. The current layout of the garden was established in the late 1860s when Italian artisans constructed stone balustrades and staircases. In 1936, a woodland garden was created on the hill above the house by thinning the existing forest. During this same period, a stream was built and the area was further landscaped. Much of the original planting has been preserved, including various species of rhododendron, azalea, camellia, magnolia, Parrotia, cornus, Davidia and Acer.

In 1974, the lower terrace was redesigned by American landscape architect Lanning Roper. This area features numerous roses, which grow within box borders and adorn the walls. Each year, perennials such as delphiniums, aconitum, salvias and a variety of annuals fill the box borders, providing a vibrant display. The wildflower areas bloom with colour during the summer months, attracting many butterflies and insects.