Our Window on Westonbirt volunteers have explored the arboretum this week to let you know what's looking its best. Keep an eye out for the following seasonal highlights - they're not to be missed! You can also use our Arboretum Explorer to discover more tree locations around the arboretum.
Camellia 'Kouron Jura'
Spring is a superb time to visit Westonbirt for the amazing colour. A real show-stopper is Camellia 'Kouron Jura' with its glamorous deep red flowers with pointed petals. Examples can be seen in Savill Glade and Sand Earth.
Magnolia x soulangeana
Appearing across the whole arboretum, and striking for its white goblet-shaped flowers emerging from dark pink buds, is Magnolia x soulangeana. There are particularly fine specimens at the moment on Mitchell Drive and Loop Walk.
Illicium simonsii
For something a little less showy on Main Drive and Sand Earth is Illicium simonsii. It has leathery, glossy dark-green leaves and scented, delicate creamy- yellow flowers with darker yellow centres.
