Our native forest

There's something for everyone at the gardens

Our changing seasons make the Gardens a great place to visit year round

There is always something new to see and do at the Gardens!  Keep an eye on our calendar for all events, including displays, gardening workshops, holiday programmes and family events. 

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Botanical art workshop with Thomas Paster

Learn a method of building up lazure colour layers

Easter music with the Ed Taylor Collective

Join us for live music on the Huakaiwaka terrace

Easter music with Bruce French

Free music on the Huakaiwaka terrace

Make a paper flower bouquet

Drop in for this free creative school holiday activity from 10am – 12pm

Meet the Gardener Edible Edition: 8th April

Ask us your edible plant questions: 2-2.45pm