Belfast Botanic Gardens
NEWS
December 2011
Botanic trail marks National Tree Week 2 December 2011
Visitors to Botanic Gardens have a new treat in store with the opening of a
tree trail as part of National Tree Week.
The Friends of Belfast Botanic Gardens Tree Trail, supported by Belfast City
Council, promotes 20 rare and colourful trees from all corners of the world.
These range from the majestic dawn Redwood from China to the Irish yew found
in Fermanagh in the 1780s. Many were planted in the 19th Century when the gardens
opened.
The gardens` scenic landscape has proven popular with residents, students and
tourists alike.
To follow the tree trail, pick up a leaflet within the park and start the trail
at the Malone Road gate by the statue of Lord Kelvin.
(publicity from Belfast City Council website 2 Dec 2011)