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TREASURE HUNT

ANSWERS:

  1. Here stands a tree of might and power
    What's its name? It's called after a flower.

    Ans: Tulip Tree

  2. Around the place are four ladies fair
    Representing the seasons. They are found where?
    Ans:
    1. Herbaceous border
    2. Behind fernhouse
    3. In the pergola
    4. In the waterways

  3. Over here the lions roar
    But from their mouths what should pour?

    Ans: Water

  4. They are found in rocks as a rule
    But here the rocks are in a pool

    Ans: Fossils

  5. Over here a garden can be seen
    Who designed it? It is called after a Queen

    Ans: Sybil O'Reilly

  6. The Grass Tree comes from down under
    Where would you find it? I wonder!

    Ans: In the Glasshouse

  7. There is an octagon in the trees
    Give me it's name or number please

    Ans: Timber Gazebo (20)

  8. It's nice to walk near water and shade
    But can you tell us when the canals were made?

    Ans: 1730s

  9. Oak leaves in wood but not in trees
    When you find one give location please

    Ans: Motif in the wooden benches around the gardens

  10. All over the gardens trees abound
    But where is the one with the belt around?

    Ans: In the O'Reilly stone crest on the back of the castle

  11. You are doing well - don't give up
    But where around here used you get a cup?

    Ans: The Tea House

  12. This tree, in Ireland is often seen
    But this one's special - it's evergreen

    Ans: Evergreen oak - visible from the timber gazebo

  13. As you walk around in great big strides
    Can you name the tree that your path divides?

    Ans: Hazelnut
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