SCOTTISH EXOTIC
LOGAN BOTANIC GARDEN, DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY
This is known as Scotland’s most exotic garden, with enchanting walks through groves of eucalyptus and palm trees. Plus, there’s the giant gunnera, which will make you feel like you’re Alice in Alice In Wonderland.
SPRING HORTICULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS: Logan Botanic Garden is a riot of snowdrops and daffodils come spring. Don’t miss the Camellia Walk in the Middle Walled Garden which is at its best, and early flowering rhododendrons add to the display. To learn more, you can join a Step Into Spring guided walk with a member of the gardening team (subject to Covid-19 regulations).
HOW MUCH? Adults £7 (rbge.org.uk/ visit/logan-botanic-garden).
WHERE TO STAY: Double rooms at Torrs Warren Country House Hotel cost from £63 a night, with breakfast (torrswarrenhotel.co.uk).