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This year we have 8 fabulous gardens kindly open for viewing. These include some favourites from the last tour & 3 brand new gardens!
We are also planning some exciting "extras" to be included as part of the day, which we are sure going to love!
Garden of Pam and Andrew Peters.
Balquhidder Garden (origins from the Clan Valley in Scotland) began it's creation when the Peters bought the farm 33 years ago.
This rambling country garden took shape from the bare front paddock. It features the natural hill country contour, volcanic rocks (that broke a carry tray or two) river stone and loads of cuttings.
A peaceful park setting integrates a bit of everything. A native walk, a busy perennial bank, a rocky water feature, mature trees, leafy undergrowth, lots of roses and a Fort Knox vegetable garden.You may even hear the skirl of distant bagpipes!
An optional extra is a lookout over part of the farm highlighting the environmental plantings to protect waterways and reduce erosion, an extension of their love for the environment. In 2021 the Peters won the Deer Farmers LandCare Trust Environment award (see extras below).
Come and enjoy this peaceful haven created by the love of gardening.
Garden of Charlotte and Anthony Oswald.
This property has been transformed in the last 10 years from just a few established trees into an abundance of
flower beds and "secret" pathways.
Although close to town, clever planting and screening has hidden the majority
of the buildings to capture a view of the surrounding farmland and ranges.
The century old villa takes centre
stage, wrapped in wisteria and softened with roses, lavender and buxus.
The freshly instated glasshouse and
kitchen garden provide nourishment and sustainability.
Garden of Bronwyn and Gordon Stratton.
It was Bronwyn’s mother-in-law Mary who initially fostered her interest in gardening
and whenever visiting Mary’s, would inevitably leave with a boot full of cuttings and plants.
Moving to the Kawhatau Valley nearly 14 years ago, the garden inherited had
obviously been well loved in its time but was in need of an extensive makeover to
allow the views of Mount Ruapehu, the Ruahine Rangers and the picturesque Valley
to be enjoyed and so in came the digger and out came the chainsaw! The only trees
left standing were a mature willow a small kowhai and a collection of camellias.
The garden evolved from here with a rather large collection of roses, shrubs, young
trees and special cuttings from family and friends sitting in a paddock waiting to be
transplanted. After moving houses and gardens several times, the plants have
thrived with finally getting the opportunity to get their roots into the ground. The
garden is a love of flowers, fresh air and thinking time.
Garden of Gorden Collier.
After selling his property in Five Mile Bay, Taupo, renowned gardener and plantsman Gordon Collier has
returned to his roots in Taihape. In 2020 he undertook a complete renovation of his new home and the over
grown section. A few mature trees including a large walnut tree at the rear of the section assisted Gordon
when he began planting in September 2020. The front garden is modern, gravel replacing lawn, while the rear
is a traditional woodland style garden. Gordon has propagated many of the plants himself, including
hydrangeas which grow exceptionally well in Taihapes rich, volcanic soil.
Garden of Cate and Dan McCartin.
Otoroa has been in McCartin ownership for well over 100 years. During this time the house and garden have
seen many changes.
The garden in its present form was established by Dan's mother, Lynn McCartin
approximately 70 years ago. Dan and Cate have put their own stamp on the garden removing a number of
overly mature trees to open up vistas between the garden and surrounding countryside.
Otoroa comes to life
in spring time as a beautiful array of flowering bulbs and peonies make a lovely display.
Garden of Brook O'Donnell.
Brook took over Villa O’Riley in 2015. Fresh from completing a degree in Landscape Architecture, he quickly set about applying his new-found knowledge and skill. The entire section was levelled and a blank canvas was formed.
The design of the garden is formal yet fluid. Topiaries, hedges and urns feature strongly adding structure to the garden.
The garden featured in the September 2023 issue of the
NZ Gardener magazine and then on to feature in their 2024 calendar for the month of July. Now eight years on from its inception the garden is beginning to come into maturity.
Garden of Meredith and Andrew Carpenter.
This garden was established by early settlers, the Studholme family in 1873. The large redwood and
lawson cyprus on the front lawn, were brought in by bullock wagon. The macrocarpa rondel, nearby was
planted around the same time and requires a biannual trim to maintain its shape.
This fabulous garden features a large pond beautifully nestled amongst Cornus sericea Kelseyi and Iris
pseudacorus. Enjoy meandering along the garden's newest addition - a wooden boardwalk built by local
builder Chris Harris.
Ruanui Station featured in Life and Leisure April 2022 and Country Calendar July 2022.
Meredith will be selling her luxurious, lamb’s wool blankets and throws from her garden on 17th of November. For more information visit: www.ruanuistation.co.nz
Garden of Amanda and Rob Collier
An oak tree avenue welcomes you as you arrive at Ngata, a beautiful Alfred Buxton designed garden set on
three acres, with stunning views over the Hiwera Valley to the south. Ngata was Amandas childhood home where she and Rob returned to in 1996 to take over the farm that has been in the family for over 100 years.
The garden features old English trees, a stunning
double perennial border and a sunken brick garden, featuring different shades of green topiary and catmint.
Recently fetured in NZ Life and Leisure Magazine
Gordon Collier has very kindly opened his home for the occasion, Garden tour visitors will have the exclusive opportunity to wander through this thoughtfully renovated home bursting with creativity and collection of interesting art.
Take your shoes off at the front door and amble through The White House. Totally renovated by Probuilt, Bulls, in 2021, it’s a new house in an old skeleton . Then, slip back out to the woodland garden at the rear.
Pam and Andrew Peters won the NZ Landcare Trust Award commended for "Exceptional management of a challenging property protecting soils, biodiversity and water quality while enhancing the environment with thousands of trees resulting in a stunning property" - Take part in a short walk to view their work on their farm with information about the land management provided
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