Aber Bowlan, Carmarthenshire

Flower Delivery to Carmarthenshire by Clare Florist

Carmarthenshire is known for its fertile land and agricultural produce, which earned the county its nickname of “Garden of Wales.” It is a unitary authority in the south west of Wales and is one of the thirteen historic counties. It is the third largest county in Wales, and counts Llanelli, Carmarthen and Ammanford as its three largest towns.

Carmarthenshire has it all. If you want castles, gardens, beaches, unique towns, varied landscapes and a wide range of activities, you definitely won't be disappointed here.

The history of Carmarthenshire stretches back to the region that was formerly known as Ystrad Tywi, which can be translated to Vale of the river Tywi. During the High Middle Ages, it was part of the Principality of Deheubarth, with the court at Dinefwr.

After the Edwardian Conquest of Wales, the area was reorganized by the Statute of Rhuddlan in 1284 into Carmarthenshire.

Gardens are the pride and joy of Carmarthenshire. After all, it is known as the “Garden of Wales.” If you like to see Carmarthenshire flowers, you couldn't go wrong with visiting the following places:

National Botanic Garden of Wales – This is the first national botanic garden to be built in the UK in 200 years. It is a garden that reflects on the past, but also looks towards the future. These themes are ever present in the historic double walled garden, which is a very stunning revival. The garden is overlooked by the futuristic-designed Great Glasshouse, which is a teardrop shaped technological structure that maintains a Mediterranean climate all year round.

The dome is home to an array of plants from all over the world. It is also surrounded by lakes, cascades, woodlands, as well as the longest herbaceous border in Britain. The garden is also home to several attractions, including the Water Discovery Centre, the Life-long Learning Centre, the Theatre Botanica, a children's farm, play area, and apiary garden with bee hives.

Aberglasney Gardens – This is one of the most talked about gardens in the UK, and it does feature lots of flowers in Carmarthenshire, as well as an extensive collection of rare and unusual plants. Some of the plants included in its unique collection include Cardiocrinums, Meconopsis, Trilliums, Lillies, as well as unusual trees and shrubs.

Other than the distinct horticultural collection, the garden is also home to some of the most important historical features that belong to a bygone age of gardens. These include the Elizabethan/Jacobean cloister and the rare parapet walk.

One of the most outstanding features of the place is the Ninfarium, an award-winning garden that is based on the gardens of Ninfa near Rome. The Ninfarium is a unique indoor garden that was built within the central ruins of the mansion. It holds a marvelous collection of warm temperate plants such as orchids, palms, magnolias and cycads.

Norwood Gardens – This is an idyllic three-acre garden paradise where you can stroll, enjoy a snack in the tea rooms, or just admire the beauty of a Carmarthenshire garden. Given the dream-like nature of the place, you can take a special someone out here for a romantic date. You can first send flowers to Carmarthenshire to surprise them then take them to Norwood to have a lovely stroll among more blooms!

The place has seven gardens that are individually themed. The gardens are set along a central path called the Long Walk. Not only are the horticultural delights interesting here, but the sculptures are pretty nice too.

Whether you like nature or history, you won't be disappointed with what Carmarthenshire has to offer!

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