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It features two multi-stemmed Crataegus persimilis ‘Prunifolia Splendens’ trees – a variety of Hawthorn that provides spring blossom and autumn colour. The underplanting is pollinator-friendly with a palette of pale pink and white flowers accented with brighter pinks to represent Pink Lady apples. Rough timbers reimagine apple boxes as planters, log piles provide homes for pollinators, and the sedum trim supports biodiversity and provides sustainable drainage. This is an educational and impactful space that offers viewers the opportunity to connect with nature and learn about the importance of bees. Award Recognition ------------- - ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/awards/bord-bia-bloom-silver-gilt-medal/icon.webp) Silver Gilt Medal Bord Bia Bloom The people behind it Designer ---------- - [ ![Cornelia Raftery](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/people/cornelia-raftery/profile_photo.webp) Cornelia Raftery Designer ](https://gardensdb.com/people/cornelia-raftery) Photography Gallery --------- ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/3ff47578-f93e-4209-b5c9-45ef93554adf/conversions/pink-lady-balcony-garden-image-2-scaled-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/907902bf-af10-40ff-b392-fec6a4a841b3/conversions/pink-lady-balcony-garden-image-1-scaled-gallery.webp) ![](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/media/084991d5-3441-4ce8-8bba-d4336abf053f/conversions/Pink-Lady-Balcony-scaled-e1747904486937-gallery.webp) ![]() / Photo: Brought to life by Organisations --------------- ### Sponsor 1 - [ ![Pink Lady Apples](https://cdn.gardensdb.com/companies/pink-lady-apples/logo.webp) Pink Lady Apples ](https://gardensdb.com/companies/pink-lady-apples) ![](/images/leaf_icon.svg) Gardens**DB** The world's largest collection of show gardens online, kept free, kept current, and shaped by the community that uses it. 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