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Set in the heart of Tauranga this is one of New Zealand’s oldest historic sites. The gardens are NZGT 5-star...
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Gardening is indisputably an art form. A garden plot can be considered an individual piece of art with a tale to tell of inspirational urges and labours of love that culminate in sensory delight.
And so it is with the gardens we showcase on our Bay of Plenty trail. We would not have such an impressive garden festival without our participating gardeners’ gracious invitations to visit their private domains and view their creativity.
Bayleys Real Estate continues to be our Festival Partner and the Garden and Art Trail is to brought us again by Palmers Garden Centre Bethlehem. While you are out and about on the trail make sure you pop in to see all our friends at Palmers Bethlehem!
The trail spans from Katikati to Te Puke with all gardens open to explore on all four festival days. Our festival boasts a myriad of delights from small urban gardens to large rolling country gardens – many are new to the festival but rest assured, old favourites have returned too.
Adding to the offering are art stops along the way. In some cases there is the opportunity to see artists working from their own studios. Matching artists with gardens is what makes this garden trail unique. Local and national artists are displaying a wide variety of artwork in several different mediums.
The Garden and Art Trail is accessible to festival pass holders. Two ticket types will be available. A one-day ticket will get you to all gardens on the trail For one day only – you can choose that day, but once you are on the trail, this ticket will become invalid for any other day. A multi-day festival pass will allow you to see all gardens on all days of the festival. There’s the chance to organise a solid day of whistle-stop viewing or enjoy a more leisurely journey around the gardens over multiple days. Access to Bloom in the Bay, our festival hub is free with a festival pass.
Set in the heart of Tauranga this is one of New Zealand’s oldest historic sites. The gardens are NZGT 5-star...
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Read moreA fully gardened property on a sloping section with water views. Pathways and steps take you through areas of perennials,...
Read moreKowhai Grove is a natural garden with a rustic cottage ambiance. It is predominantly informal in design. Special Features: Vintage...
Read moreThis garden has evolved over the last 39 years to encompass a large variety of texture and colour combinations. Tropicals,...
Read moreThis formal and enchanting garden has been formed around a range of ‘rooms’ to exude colour and tranquility. Precise and...
Read moreThe Lyceum Club Rooms in First Avenue is a charming vintage building where our unique social club for women gathers...
Read moreNicola’s Bethlehem studio and gallery is a light, airy space designed to show off her colourful expressionist paintings that are...
Read moreCharm and great taste abound at this formal garden with its private courtyard, water feature, and raised potager veggie patch....
Read moreWeston garden has been created over nine years from a ‘blank canvas’ property. It is both subtropical with lush shades...
Read moreThis inspiring working art studio is set in a large, contemporary warehouse, purposely built to hold exhibitions and functions. Unique...
Read moreAt Alison’s Art Stop her unique pieces of garden and lawn art are displayed amongst mainly natives. The endearing sculptures...
Read moreLynne’s semi abstract, intuitive paintings will be displayed throughout the living area and studio.The contemporary dwelling makes a perfect backdrop...
Read moreDavid and Nina Henderson’s garden is an oasis hidden amongst the hustle and bustle of suburban life. Here the focus...
Read moreA country life-style block with views to Mauao, Karewa Islands and beyond this two-acre property packs a punch. Drawcards include...
Read moreImagine a sub-tropical garden in the heart of Greerton. It exists thanks to this homeowner who whipped her garden into...
Read moreThis peaceful country garden is brimming with flowers. Wander the meandering mown paths through shrub borders, native hedgerows, an olive...
Read moreEnjoy the Artists’ Display at Trinity Wharf. Then treat yourself to either lunch/bar snacks in our over-water restaurant or Friday...
Read moreAn Italian Renaissance style garden with a laid-back Tuscan vibe. Featuring clipped buxus hedges, gravel paths, potager, picking garden and...
Read moreThis art gallery studio is set in 6 acres of park-like grounds featuring an abundance of mature trees. The garden...
Read moreThe 7-acre area is situated within a larger 58-acre farm. This space encompasses various garden zones, including a short bush...
Read moreA working studio of over 200 members, sharing the joy of making and creating pottery. A wide range of items...
Read moreSaffron lodge is now 16yrs old. There are several mature trees including the beautiful red maples that feature throughout the...
Read moreThere’s so much to see at this large country garden high in the hills. A sparkling stream winds its way...
Read moreSomething for everyone at Frost Haven. This is a garden that has been lovingly crafted with no piece of land...
Read moreA small waterfall takes centre stage as you enter the garden through a large barn door. This mature terraced garden...
Read moreNestled on four acres of breathtaking countryside, this magnificent garden offers a blend of formal landscaping and natural beauty. The...
Read moreOver twenty-two years of green-fingered genius have gone into this property. It’s a semi-tropical garden, that has been “a wonderful...
Read moreAt Littlebach you will find an inviting beachfront garden. Pass through a bespoke iron gate into an enchanting walled area...
Read moreConverted from a disused quarry, this incredible Park is maintained by dedicated volunteers who have created a garden of regional...
Read moreEight years ago, this three-acre garden was a wild, overgrown area. Gael and her late husband, Cedric, took on the...
Read moreA diverse garden/nursery with a range of plants; predominantly tropical. Garden includes palms, bromeliads, cycads, succulents, fruit trees and vegetable...
Read moreMarlene brings gourds to life through intricate carving, painting, dyes, and other embellishments. In her quest for inspiration, she took...
Read moreIf you are looking for a garden filled with Potted Colour, Clivias, Bromeliads and dwarf ornamental trees then look no...
Read moreEstuary water views provide the perfect backdrop for this inspirational urban garden. Created with “outdoor rooms” in mind, this vibrant...
Read moreJo Tricker Glass Studio is a 63 sq m American Barn with beautiful views of the valley leading down to...
Read moreNestled in a lush semi-tropical garden, BeJo Studio is home to Jo-anne Halls Hats, showcasing her millinery as an art...
Read moreWe have recently moved to this idyllic location and have been busy transforming the garden into useful and attractive structured...
Read moreA lovely haven in the city, our community garden is a kiwi version of the English allotment garden, where members...
Read moreTravel to the Pacific Islands and beyond has influenced this garden design with the result being both restful and inspirational....
Read moreWilliamson resort is a labour of love created three years ago with the help of Nicola Vague Landscape Architect. It’s...
Read moreA rare example of a historic house on its original site within the remnants of an old garden, dating from...
Read moreThis garden is a great example of what can be achieved over time, without buying expensive plants. There’s a wonderfully...
Read moreUlemj Art Studio, set in a peaceful garden with stunning views of Tauranga Moana and Mount Maunganui, features art displays...
Read moreA spectacular feature of this garden are the 22 concrete man hole risers. Each riser is filled with compost and...
Read moreFor those who wish to transform your backyard in to a tropical oasis, seek and you shall find. Nestled amongst...
Read moreNestled with breathtaking views of Tauranga and the Kaimai Mountain Range, the Glad + Grace Garden and preserved floral studio...
Read moreA contemporary gallery within a courtyard offering garden and interior individually sculpted Art. We will have available for sale cards...
Read moreWelcome to our school garden, a vibrant space lovingly nurtured by students and PiPS staff. Here, you’ll discover a flourishing...
Read moreShona Moller, a professional artist for over two decades, boasts a remarkable career with sell-out solo exhibitions in London. Renowned...
Read moreExperience the artistry of Donna Lipinski from Coastal Vision. Explore her mesmerising abstract seascape mixed media pieces, adorned with delicate...
Read moreFrom a peaceful tree-lined street overlooking the magical inner harbour, through crafted ‘Iron Design’ gates, Tui Hideaway awaits. Mature natives...
Read moreAndrea is an award winning artist, often drawn to people as her subject matter and well known for working from...
Read moreThis is a larger than average urban section (1240m2) which the current owner has partially redesigned and replanted in the...
Read moreThis garden is home to a foodie family and restauranteur Andrew Targett. Having spent the better part of 30 years...
Read moreThree Gables is a medium size informal country garden with an emphasis on colour. There is a woodland area as...
Read moreThe Pyromaniacs is a circle of friends connected by the love for pottery and glass art. Each member of our...
Read moreLianne’s hillside art studio is situated in a rambling garden. From a bare paddock 5 years ago her garden has...
Read moreThe Studio on 9th Avenue welcomes you to view an eclectic mix photographic works by Photographic Artist Tracy Stamatakos and...
Read moreAn established seaside garden, where 30 yr old natives combine with colourful tropicals, which reflect Paulas love of NZ flora...
Read moreA Sculptor with 30 years’ experience, Kevin McCardell hand-carves NZ kauri timber into highly realistic sculptures. Items of clothing and...
Read moreA mystic Redwood forest, an English country garden and exotic waterlily ponds, this magnificent space has much to offer. Festival...
Read moreFlowers steal the show in this large country style garden. Swathes of green lawns are complimented by well-established herbaceous borders,...
Read moreImmerse yourself in this peaceful country garden by taking a winding path up through specimen trees extensively planted with ferns...
Read morePiwakawaka Paradise has been restored back to one of two remaining freshwater wetlands in Te Puna. Of special interest in...
Read moreAt the end of the field at Arataki School lies a busy world of gardening, where young gardeners discover worms...
Read moreThe owners of this country garden have dedicated over a decade to transforming it into a stunning landscape. What was...
Read moreThe Collection represents about forty artists and artisans from around New Zealand but particularly the Bay of Plenty. A number...
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