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6 Star Gardens

Ōtari-Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden

Ōtari Native Botanic Garden and Wilton’s Bush Reserve is the only public botanic garden in New Zealand dedicated solely to native plants. The plant sanctuary and forest reserve consists of five hectares of plant collections. Some of Wellington’s oldest trees are here including 800 year old rimu. Around11km of walking tracks make it a popular haunt for family days out.

5 Star Gardens

Gillies Garden

A 3/4 acre garden of small intimate gardens set in NZ native bush surrounding a Chapman Taylor cottage.

Government House Garden Wellington

Government House in Wellington is a large two storey house and the residence of the Governor General. The grounds cover about 12 hectares, some of which is flat lawn or garden, the rest being steep hillside. Exotic species of trees are increasingly complemented by trees and shrubs native to New Zealand. There are also several heritage features throughout the grounds.

Wellington Botanic Garden

Wellington Botanic Garden features 25 hectares of unique landscape, protected native forest, conifers, specialised plant collections, colourful floral displays and views over Wellington. Visitors can enjoy glow worms in the Main Garden, public art, children’s play area, Botanic Garden Café located in the Lady Norwood Rose Garden and the Carter Observatory.

3 Star Gardens

Anam Cara

Anam Cara (Gaelic: soul friend). A hidden gem in the sunny Kapiti Coast, and a not so little garden. The mix of native and exotic trees greet you, as though you are in your own private oasis. All senses are evoked, the garden is rich in birdsong and delicate scents; your eyes are met with picturesque beauty and your heart captured by a sense of calm and tranquility.

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