Under the giant waterlily

See the giant waterlily open her stunning flowers (photos)

OnTheWight reader Elaine Rice was lucky enough to go on one of the recent midnight tours at Ventnor Botanic Garden.

The purpose of the late night jaunt was to see the giant waterlily open it’s beautiful flower.

The recent footage of TV gardening expert, Carol Klein, visiting the garden last year is still available on iPlayer

But in the meantime, check out Elaine’s great photos from her visit.

Giant waterlily flower by Elaine Rice
Giant waterlily flower by Elaine Rice
Giant waterlily flower by Elaine Rice
Giant waterlily flower by Elaine Rice

Midnight tours
Due to the unpredictable nature of the Waterlily’s flowering cycle, Midnight Tours will be announced on the afternoon they are due to take place.

Visitors will need to register their interest in attending the event in advance and be prepared for a call at late notice.

Midnight Tours are £5 per person and can be booked by contacting VBG.

Image: © Elaine Rice