"Temp dropped to 54 with cloudy day. Rosybloom in superb display and on the apple tree glade bank the old deep red malus in thrilling beauty. Vistas of trees from many angles marvellous. Azaleas more developed and in simply magnificent display. The Lily Bank a wonderful sight with varying shades of yellow and touches at the bottom of salmon pink - must be seen to be believed. Little orchard perfectly lovely with massive blossoming." Elsie Reford Diary, Saturday, June 21 1958