Gardens

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• Explore the 309 Road   (www.webtrails.co.nz/coromandel/coromandeltown/309road)

  The 309 Road is a narrow winding gravel road between Coromandel and Whitianga. It is the shortest way to Whitianga, and there are lots of things to see and do on the way.

• Flora Tours   (www.floratours.co.nz)

  Specialise in escorted tours to places of interest to garden lovers and those seeking a unique holiday experience. Tours range from visits to flower shows around the world to tours of beautiful gardens and hiking in the hills of India and China.

• Friar's Guide to New Zealand Gardens   (www.friarsgardens.co.nz)

  Site run in conjunction with Friar's accommodation site, highlighting gardens to visit throughout New Zealand.

• Gails of Tamahere   (www.gails.co.nz)

  Tour 14 acres of beautiful gardens of flowers grown for dried flower production. Browse through our unique shops set in an old church building. For the dedicated flower arranger

• Garden Adventures   (www.gardenadventures.net)

  A tour that allows you to explore gardens, wine and wilderness in New Zealand.

• Garden Art Gallery   (www.artgalleryandgarden.com)

  The Garden Art Gallery is located within amazing grounds which have won the prestigious top award for the best garden in Rotorua for the past two years.

• Gardens of the World   (www.gardensoftheworld.co.nz)

  A six acre garden, open to the public from 10am till dusk all year round. Plantings are geographically grouped, in areas from different continents. There are also formal rose, herb and herbaceous areas, with a lake, stream and fountains.

• Gardens Taranaki   (www.gardenstaranaki.co.nz)

  Private and public gardens presenting an amazing array of plants and trees in designed and natural environments.

• Gardens to Visit   (www.gardens.co.nz/GardenstoVisit/Whangarei.htm)

  Beautiful gardens in the Whangarei District.

• Gardens To Visit   (www.gardenstovisit.co.nz)

  A collection of New Zealand gardens, open to the public and available to visit. Find gardens in the Wairarapa, Auckland, Taupo, Canterbury and Bay of Plenty regions, or add your own garden to the site.

• Garden Tours   (www.gardentours.net.nz)

  Personalised garden tours for small groups in the Bay of Islands. Half or whole day garden tours are available, showcasing the best of local Bay of Islands gardens.

• Glenfalloch Woodland Gardens   (www.glenfalloch.org.nz)

  Glenfalloch features original plantings of European trees from 1872, underplanted with sizable azaleas and rhododendrons, including many unique hybrids, and large-leafed species.

• Hamilton Gardens   (www.hamiltongardens.co.nz)

  Hamilton gardens is a major New Zealand garden complex featuring many theme gardens. Attractions include tours of NZ's top rose trial garden.

• Hamilton Gardens   (www.hamiltoncity.co.nz/hamiltongardens)

  Visitors information for these public gardens.

• Heritage Park   (www.heritagepark.co.nz)

  An eleven acre Manawatu rhododendron garden, featuring a comprehensive collection of New Zealand hybrid rhododendrons and azaleas, many bred at the Park.

• History   (www.nzinfo.co.nz/history.htm)

  Information about the history of the Bay of Islands.

• Holt Forest Trust   (www.holtforesttrust.org.nz)

  North of Napier, near the village of Waikoau, is the delightful arboretum known as Holt Forest Trust.

• Homestead Tours   (www.homesteadtours.co.nz)

  Exclusive Garden, Country Estate and Landscape tours of the South Island of New Zealand for the discerning traveller, fully escorted, first class accommodation, meals and wine included.

• Kaitoke Country Gardens   (www.kaitokecountrygardens.co.nz)

  Set in 14 acres of landscaped gardens, on the scenic route between Upper Hutt and the Wairarapa. The gardens are available as a wedding or conference venue, catering for up to 180 guests.

• Kilns Pottery and Station B&B (www.thestation.net.nz)

  Stay in the heritage-listed Te Horo Railway Station which now sits in our extensive gardens, and has been tastefully refurbished with a railways theme. Stroll through our pottery studio and outdoor gallery.

• Lake Hawea Station   (www.lakehaweastation.co.nz)

  Farmstay accommodation in an historic musterers hut on Lake Hawea Station, a high country sheep station. Lake and mountain views with garden and farm tours available.

• London Hill Gardens   (www.londonhillgardens.co.nz)

  Marlborough gardens with beds of roses, lavender and catmint have been developed amidst old, established trees. The garden overlooks Lake Elterwater and has magnificent views of Ben More and Mount Tapuae-o-Uenuku.

• Malahide Gardens   (www.malahidegardens.co.nz)

  A mature, privately owned country garden covering more than six acres. One of Invercargill's premier wedding venues, Malahide Gardens are also open to the public year round and exhibit a wide variety of trees and plants.

• Marlborough Country Garden Tours   (www.marlboroughcountrygardentours.co.nz)

  For beautiful gardens and stunning views, take a trip with Marlborough Country Garden Tours on the South Island's picturesque northeast coast. They give you the chance to discover the hidden delights of gardens in Marlborough.

• Matakana Country Park   (www.matakanacountrypark.co.nz)

  A beautiful New Zealand park, with an exciting and magical range of activities and events, just an hour north of Auckland.