Where can I find conifers at Kew?

Conifers are found throughout the Gardens. There are areas that particularly feature them, such as the Pinetum, Cedar Vista, and Redwood Grove. These are located in the south-western part of the gardens.

How difficult is it to differentiate between conifers?

To the untrained eye many conifers appear to be very similar. As Kew's students find out, a number of characteristics and techniques can be used to differentiate them. Find out more at www.kew.org/plants/conifers

What training does Kew offer?

Kew offers a range of courses from short adult education courses to the 3 year Kew Diploma. Find out more at www.kew.org/education

What is the Kew Diploma?

The Kew Diploma is one of the most prestigious horticultural qualifications. The course combines working in the Gardens with formal training. Graduates include Alan Titchmarsh and many of the staff featured in a Year at Kew including Emma Fox, Dave Barnes and Tony Kirkham. Find out more at www.kew.org/education/diploma

Where is the Ginkgo biloba?

The ginkgo is close to the Princess of Wales Conservatory and is along the route of the Kew Explorer. Find out more at www.kew.org/plants/
trees/ginkgo_biloba.html

Why was it necessary to change the road surfacing and what was used?

The path next to the ginkgo is used by a number of vehicles including the Kew Explorer. The tarmac was not allowing the trees to gain sufficient moisture so a porous solution was found.

How is the ginkgo?

A year later, the tree continues to improve and more work will be done to conserve it in Autumn 2005.

What is decompaction and why do you get rid of the grass under the trees?

The soil under many of Kew's trees has been trodden down over the years making it difficult for the roots to obtain nutrients and moisture. Decompacting the soil allows it to be aerated. Grass under the trees absorbs moisture. Find out more about our 'ground-breaking' techniques to relieve compaction at www.kew.org/plants/
trees/decompaction.html

Where can I see fungi at Kew?

Fungi can be found throughout the Gardens. The best time of year is Autumn.

Where is the tree with the fungi that is featured in the programme?

The tree can be found on the path beside the Lake, towards the Palm House end.

Can I learn more about fungi at Kew?

Kew's sister garden, Wakehurst Place, is hosting a fungus foray with Kew's mycologists. For more details of this and other short courses see our adult education page.

How can I find out more about mycology research at Kew?

The Mycology department plays a very important part in Kew's research programme. More information can be found at www.kew.org/scihort/mycolexp.htm

What studies have been made of fungi found at Kew?

The Massee Report in the early 20th century was by the then Head of Mycology. Since then, Kew has continued to record fungi found in the Gardens.

Which plants are used in the wreath?

The plants are all native to the Territories and can all be found at Kew. Full details can be found by clicking here.

Which are the British Overseas Territories?

Its members are Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Montserrat, St Helena, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Where is Kew's War Memorial?

Kew's War Memorial is in the Temple of Arethusa, close to the Victoria Gate. Remembrance Sunday is one of the days that the flag is flown at the flag pole.