Taranaki Garden Festival and Taranaki Arts Trail Official launch 15 July 2021
The country garden folds around a hilltop site with spectacular views. Herbaceous plantings, lawn tennis court, vegetable garden and parterre are enhanced by the landscape. Natives blend with exotic varieties to give seasonal variety.
The Puketarata Pā and kainga Keteonatea, were both significant to the area. The gully has a QEII covenant, with natives, exotics and walking tracks. Complimentary tea and coffee. Family picnics welcome.
A Visit Through the PĀst Read More >
After a 2-year break from the festival, Boxwood is back! This is a garden that will tick all the boxes. Read More >
Sanderson Garden is a rural garden rated four stars by the NZ Gardens Trust. The lush sanctuary of nikau palms, colourful perennials, camellias, and native grasses give way to spectacular views of Mt Taranaki. Read More >
Gravetye is a formal garden that celebrates the simplicity of mass green planting. Wander along the lime walk, under planted with Choisya ternate. The immaculate lawns are bordered by carefully shaped hedges, topiary, sculptures, plantings of iris, roses and lavender. Read More >