Bolfracks Garden

Bolfracks house is best known for it's gardens. There has been an ornamental garden here since the mid 18th century. Most of what can be seen today originates from 1970’s and is the work of the late Mr J Douglas Hutchison.

The stream garden was planned and constructed by Ian Lawrie of Dundee in 1928 along the course of the Bolfracks Burn. It was restored and replanted from 1983-85.

The gardens at Bolfracks are renowned for their impressive collections of rare and unusual plants, including a superb collection of rhododendrons, azaleas, acers, old fashioned roses and an array of herbaceous perennials.

The garden faces north with fabulous views over the Tay valley. This plantman’s garden has many interesting features from springtime through to autumn.

The gardens are open from the 1 st of April through to 31 st October- admission £3. Children under 16 are free. Although there is no café or restaurant visitors are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy at one of the many tranquil spots in the garden.

Bolfracks Garden is a member of the Perthshire Gardens Scheme member and the Scotland’s Gardens Scheme web site member.

Bolfracks Garden has been awarded the 4 Star Garden Grading Award by Visit Scotland.

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