NGS garden visitors in England have really appreciated knowing they are getting a special slot in a garden which will not be crowded. We know this has allowed garden owners to share more knowledge about the garden and how it was created too, in a socially distanced way of course," said a spokesman for the National Garden Scheme in Wales.

"So which garden will you choose to visit in Powys? We have The Hymns, Walton, near Presteigne opening on both Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July. New dates to visit the amazing Japanese Stroll Garden with borrowed views to Offa’s Dyke. Tranquillity Haven, Knighton, open Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July also Wednesday 22 July. Treberfydd House, Llangasty near Brecon with its manicured lawns ideal for a picnic on 19 July. Welsh Lavender, near Builth Wells, with fields of blue, open Friday to Sunday 17-19 July and further weekends to mid-August," she said.

Prebooking opens on ngs.org.uk from the Monday before the opening date.

Or plan your garden visit for the day you want and at a time convenient for you with gardens open by arrangement such as Gilwern Barn, Beulah and a garden opening for the first time Osprey Studios, Penycae, Swansea specialising in slug proof planting. To find a garden visit ngs.org.uk and then contact the garden owner direct to discuss requirements. The work helps nursing charities.