The tree Stumpery

The tree stumpery

This feature is based on the Victorian ‘Stumpery’, when hollow tree stumps were planted with ferns and other shade – loving plants.

Twisted and gnarled tree stumps and roots were often clustered together, and they formed impressive displays.

Our stumpery was inspired by the woodland garden and the Stumpery at Highgrove, during our visit to the spectacular garden owned by

H.R.H The Prince of Wales.

In our garden the Stumpery provides a highly theatrical backdrop to the wildlife pond. It was planned and developed during late May 2007 to commemorate the first year that the garden at 28 Kensington Road has been open to the public.

The wooden toadstool sculptures are handmade and carved from English Elm.

A cluster of juxtaposed hollow tree stumps have been planted with Ferns, Hostas and Ivy.

Their gnarled, weathered shapes provide a mysterious and dramatic atmosphere particularly at evening time when the area is up-lit with spotlights and floodlights.