Garden Trails

Self-drive trails will lead visitors to around 24 beautiful private gardens in coastal and country locations. Each garden has that something special, showcasing stunning subtropicals, which are at their best in late summer. The Whangarei district has a warm and humid climate making it a paradise for subtropical plants and lush growth.

Of the 24 gardens, more than half  are included in Garden Discovery for the first time. The hard-working and enthusiastic gardeners will welcome visitors at their gardens, which range from the artistry of Viv Papich to 4 ha of country splendour, including water features, massive rocks, sculptures, mass plantings – everything from bromeliads to roses, native trees and palms.

Don't miss the dramatic coastal gardens with their stunning views.

In keeping with the current trend and huge interest now in vegetable growing, we have included gardens with wonderful areas dedicated to vegetables, following a "garden to table" philosophy. You can also encounter some rare breeds of poultry or indulge in a wine and platter of tasty delights at another garden which has an original underground wine cellar.

Refreshments will be available and plants, art and crafts will be for sale at some of the gardens.

Adult three-day ticket costs $22 - which gives access to the gardens on any of the days. You can also use this ticket for access to the sculpture exhibition at the Whangarei Quarry Gardens.

Tickets are discounted to $20 if you make a purchase from:

• Palmers Gardenworld
  corner Walton St and Central Ave, Whangarei
• Whangarei Information Centre
  92 Otaika Road (open 7 days)
  09 438 1079 info@whangareinz.com
• Kamo Pet and Aquatic Centre
• Sciadopitys Garden Centre, Maunu

Children under 12 years Free

Click here to purchase tickets online.

Sponsor
The organisers wish to acknowledge the generous sponsorship that has been provided for this event by Palmers Gardenworld, Whangarei