Welcome to Morrab Gardens
About The Gardens
Friends of Morrab
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Every day something fresh, something new:
camellias dripping with early morning rain,
wave upon wave of magnolia, perfect white to deep lilac,
first daffodils, crocuses under the trees,
Open spaces filled with flowers, smell of spring grass-mowing.
Secluded walks, hidden pond – one bright pink water lily.
Children playing in the bandstand, teenagers’ meeting place,
summer picnics on the grass,
fountain playing, small birds drinking.
Red sumac leaves caught and turned in the wind,
gossip on the corners.
A pair of gulls trampling the wet grass for worms,
early frost on leaves, frozen spiders’ webs.
At night, dark tree tunnels
Penny Young
Friends of Morrab Gardens MemberLike most of the houses in the centre of Penzance, my terraced house has a very small garden. It was, therefore, a real joy to discover Morrab Gardens with its wonderful collection of sub-tropical plants. And even better, to meet Joe the head gardener who was more than happy to let me loose with a spade and a wheelbarrow. My favourite time of year in the Gardens is the spring when the daffodils are in full bloom and the magnolia trees are truly magnificent. I love taking my dog for a walk in the early morning before many people are about. Because I wanted to become more involved I joined the Friends of Morrab Gardens and have made some really good friends and learnt some useful gardening skills along the way.
Rosie Hughes
Friends of Morrab Gardens ChairmanA little haven of quiet Tucked away is the Morrab Gardens, adjacent to the Morrab Library. If you want to have a few moments of peace and quiet - this is the place to go in central Penzance. In October most of the colourful lilies have faded and gone to seed but there is a sweet little fountain and plenty of benches to sit upon.
Geraldine O20 Oct 2015A peaceful garden to visit Morrab Gardens are in the centre of Penzance but are an oasis of calm. Beautifully laid out, with a central fountain and lots of benches to sit and admire. There are lots of interesting trees and shrubs, and I just wish they were named. The agapanthus are beautiful, as only Cornwall can do. This is definitely a good place to come and have a break from shopping, being a tourist or working. Just down the road from Penlee House, so combining the two makes a great day.
Maytrea01 Aug 2019
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Julia Grigg’s Morrab Miscellany
NEW FOR 2021! This year the website will be hosting a fortnightly blog. JULIA GRIGG’S MORRAB MISCELLANY will showcase writing on all things gardening.
It will go through the year from A-Z.
‘Come take a stroll with me through the alphabet,’ invites Julia. Start with the 1st January entry to see what she’s gathered together under the letter A.
B for Boscawen, Branwell and Bennetts: Julia Grigg's Morrab Miscellany
Continuing her stroll through the alphabet, Julia Grigg reaches B and finds exotic trees and shrubs, an inspirational aunt and a music-loving ship owner and coal merchant
A for Acclimatisation: Julia Grigg's Morrab Miscellany
‘Come take a stroll with me through the alphabet,’ invites Julia Grigg. Start on the 1st January entry to read about plants from far-flung lands that have acclimatised to growing conditions in Cornwall.