Magical rural idyll at Belvedere House

Peter Dowdall reports on the wonders that await those who encounter the ‘Jealous Wall’ at Belvedere House.

Magical rural idyll at Belvedere House
Sat, 18 Jul, 2015 - 01:00
Peter Dowdall

GARDENS and flowers are normally associated more with love and romance than deceit and jealousy.

Common to see love seats and plants from lovers and friends, uncommon to see a ‘Jealous Wall’ as a major feature in a garden.

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