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Furzey Gardens is a special place in the New Forest for many people, offering a tranquil escape where nature, history, and personal reflection meet.
At the heart of the gardens is a dedicated team of staff, volunteers, and people with learning disabilities, whose contributions are central to maintaining its beauty and spirit.
Together, we create a welcoming and inclusive space that holds deep meaning for visitors and the local community alike. Find out more about our community, our history and how you can get involved.
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What to see in autumn at Furzey Gardens
As the seasons turn, Furzey Gardens takes on one of its most beautiful moods. Find out what to see at Furzey gardens this autumn.
Gardening tips and advice for October
October is a time of transition — both for gardens and for those who tend them. It’s easy to think of autumn purely as an ending, but in many ways it’s a beginning. Read our gardening tips for October
Gardening tips and advice for September
After a long, dry summer, September has arrived with welcome showers and cooler days. Read our garden teams tips and advice for September.
What to see in September
With fewer visitors, late summer blooms and the start of riotous autumn colour this is one of the very best times to visit the gardens.
Gardening tips and advice for August
It’s a great time to harvest the fruits of all your hard-work. Find out more tips and advice from the team at Furzey
Gardening tips and advice for July
“Plants need water to live, so it’s important to water them. I water here in the morning.” It’s a gentle habit that helps plants, and people, grow with confidence. Find out more tips and advice from the team at Furzey
What to see in June
There’s a shift in the energy of the garden this month as the vibrant colours of spring gradually give way to a subtler summer vibe.
Thank you to our volunteers
This Volunteers week, 2 – 8 June, we are saying thank you to our incredible volunteers. Read some of their stories
Gardening tips and advice for May
‘I think people should make a plan and consider companion planting. Come and see the cottage garden to see what we have done.’ Read the gardening tips and advice from the team at Furzey Gardens
May at Furzey Gardens
A trip to Furzey Gardens at any time of the year is special to many people, but the month of May is truly a beautiful sight as our rhododendrons and azaleas hit their peak season.