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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Ask an expert: pest plant edition

Drop in and chat with our pest plant experts: 11am-12pm

Growing Friends Plant Sales

Every Thursday 9am-12pm

Create Taonga Puoro (Māori musical instruments)

Create a native timber porotiti and a bamboo kōauau

Weave your own putiputi (flowers)

10am-12pm in the pā harakeke collection

Seasonal stroll of the gardens

Discover what’s looking its best as we head into summer