Eastwoodhill Arboretum (Public)
Eastwoodhill is an arboretum of national and international importance. It holds the most comprehensive collection of woody plants in New Zealand and possibly the largest collection of Northern Hemisphere trees south of the equator including 170 species currently on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (I.U.C.N.) world endangered list. The arboretum displays over 4000 different taxa of trees, shrubs and climbers on the 135 hectare property, gathered by the late Douglas Cook, the founder, and since augmented by the Eastwoodhill Trust Board.
Many winter flowering trees herald spring when a one hectare planting of daffodils and prunus, malus, magnolias, chestnuts, maples, cornus, azaleas and many unusual species come into bloom. There is interest all year but the highlight is perhaps in autumn when oaks, ash, maples, cotinus, larch and countless other deciduous trees provide a riot of colour. Many rare and unusual conifers add evergreen form and colour.
The historic one hectare homestead garden dating from 1910 is an integral attraction cared for by volunteers. An ongoing project, the garden provides a fitting introduction to the arboretum and is full of interesting plantings aesthetically combined in a unique setting. Lunches and tour guides are available by prior arrangement.
Opening Hours and Tariffs
Open 9am – 5pm except Good Friday and Christmas Day
Adult $15 - Seniors (over 65) $12
Children under 5 no charge with paying adult; Children 5-16 $2
Students with high school/tertiary I.D. $12
Members free
Can accommodate groups (bookings essential)
Contact Details and Location
Physical Address: 2392 Wharekopae Road, Ngatapa
Phone: 06 863 9003
Email: enquiries@eastwoodhill.org.nz
Website: http://eastwoodhill.org.nz
Facilities and Amenities
Accommodation Available
Children Welcome
Conference Facilities
Crafts
Product Sales
