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Cambridge University Botanic Garden, Rock Garden

Introduction

The rock gardens contain a wide variety of plants from around the world which are grouped according to geographical locations and soil preference.

The rock gardens are composed of two separate rock gardens, one of limestone and the other of sandstone, both of which overlook the lake. Plantings in the limestone garden include plants from all over the world, and they are grouped according to their country of origin. The sandstone garden contains plants that do not grow well in lime soil. Acidic humus is regularly added to the soil so that the plants flourish.
Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

http://www.botanic.cam.ac.uk/VisitorInfo.html

Owners

University of Cambridge

Other Websites

History

The rock garden was built between 1954 and 1957.

Features & Designations

Plant Environment

  • Environment
  • Rock Garden

Features

  • Lake
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  • Latest Date:
Key Information

Type

Garden

Purpose

Educational

Plant Environment

Environment

Survival

Extant

Open to the public

Yes