 Some varieties of rhododendron have permanenently drooping leaves, like this one. Perhaps it helps the rain to run off, or the snow to slide off. |
 The glossy, dark green leaves of this rhododendron are huge, a striking feature in the winter and early spring garden when all else is dull. Some varieties here are unique. |
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 A rich, Imperial purple colour which glows even on a dull, grey day. |
 The promise of spring, as these tight buds begin to unfold. |
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 Glorious, glowing red rhododendron. How I wish I had noted down the names of all these beautiful plants when I was there... |
 In past times, glasshouse panes were scallop edged to keep rainwater away from the wooden glazing bars. The Cowans managed to get a local glazier to replicate this, by hand - a mammoth task. |
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 The rooms at Glenapp are luxurious, with views which make you stand and stare. This room has its own secret staircase down into the gardens! |
 The Glasshouses in the Walled Garden, with hand cut scalloped panes. Inside are vines, and all the house plants needed to decorate the hotel. As far as practicable, the Hotel uses its own produce, supplemented from local suppliers. The taste of the food is, as a result, superb. (Photo from Glenapp Castle Hotel) |
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