The Physic Garden

Behind the Abbey Strand Learning Centre the Physic Garden waits to be explored! This newly opened public garden consists of three distinct areas, each representing a phase in the Palace’s 900-year history. A flowering meadow of medicinal plants evokes the 15th-century monastic gardens of Holyrood Abbey; flowering crocuses, tulips and alliums, planted in a geometric pattern reflect the design of 17th-century gardens; and a third area reimagines the first Physic Garden to be established in the Palace grounds 350 years ago.

The following resources have been created to support self-led visits to the Physic Garden before or after your taught session at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.