Pinetum

Escape into a secluded grove of conifers to discover their ancient presence in landscapes across the world.

The Pinetum at Wakehurst

Our Pinetum is a large, undulating space with the tall trees framing views of the High Weald landscape beyond. 

Lying a stone's throw from the Winter Garden, this peaceful woodland showcases examples of these primitive plants from all over the world.  

The name ‘pinetum’ is given to a collection of conifers – ours is home to the stately Mexican Pinus engelmanii, Podocarpus  from Australia, and Taiwania and Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria) from Taiwan and Korea.

Several trees with brown and green leaves
Pinetum at Wakehurst © RBG Kew
Two tall pine trees growing amongst other taller trees
Pinetum at Wakehurst © RBG Kew
A thin pine tree standing amongst other, larger pine trees
Pinetum at Wakehurst © RBG Kew

Woodlands of the world  

Wakehurst’s woodlands contain specimens of temperate trees from all around the world and carpets of wild flowers which provide contrasting colours throughout the year. Our trees are grouped according to the areas of the world in which they grow naturally. Known as a phytogeographic planting system, it’s an amazing way to travel the world from the heart of Sussex.

Explore more woodlands of the world

A path leading to a yellow field from a green and dark forest

Wakehurst

Horsebridge Wood

Journey through the rich and varied habitats of North America.

Horsebridge Wood
A group of people walk a path through a dense forest

Wakehurst

Coates Wood

Wander through the trees of Australasia into South America in one of our most atmospheric woodlands.

Coates Wood
Birch growing in Bethlehem wood, Wakehurst

Wakehurst

Bethlehem Wood

Beautiful throughout the year, experience the silvery beauty of birches along this tranquil walk.

Bethlehem Wood

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