Catch endless 360-degree views from this stunning garden, the culmination of 18 years of passion and redesign. The landscape seamlessly blends structured, formal elements near the pool with a vibrant mix of native and exotic plants—highlighted by a lush, replanted nikau garden. Wander down sun-kissed pathways, discover hidden camellia bowers, and take in the hydrangeas framed by a dense canopy of trees.
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🌴 WIN A BAY OF PLENTY GARDEN & ART FESTIVAL GETAWAY – WORTH OVER $750! 🌺🏡
How would you like to stay right inside one of the stunning festival gardens for an unforgettable few days at the Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival? 🌿
One lucky winner will receive:
🏡 3-night tiny home stay – Thursday 19th, Friday 20th & Saturday 21st November.
🎟️ 2 x Multi-Day Festival Passes to explore the incredible gardens and art stops across the Bay of Plenty.
🌴 A stay in The Tropical Paradise – a stunning mid-century modern, Palm Springs-inspired garden, complete with water features, tropical plants and an incredible collection of 1970s motorbikes!
Spend your days exploring beautiful gardens, discovering local artists and visiting Bloom in the Bay, before returning to your very own tropical retreat.
✨ HOW TO ENTER:
Simply comment below and tell us…
WHY SHOULD YOU WIN THIS ULTIMATE GARDEN & ART FESTIVAL GETAWAY?
Make us laugh, make us smile, tell us your story – we want to hear it!
🏆 One winner will be chosen from the entries.
💕 Tag someone you’d love to bring with you and start planning your festival adventure!
📅 Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival | 19–22 November 2026
Good luck! 🌺
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🌿 MEET MARUIA – THE SHELTERED VALLEY! 🌸
This has genuinely been one of my favourite gardens I’ve visited so far!
Tucked away behind a rustic barn door, this beautiful hidden gem is full of surprises, from terraced gardens and winding pathways to orchards, veggie patches and plenty of little spots to explore. 🌼
And you can experience it for yourself at the Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival!
📅 19–22 November 2026
🎟️ TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
Purchase your tickets online or from participating local retailers, including Palmers Bethlehem, Décor Gardenworld and Tauranga i-SITE.
🌐 www.gardenandartfestival.co.nz
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TICKETS ON SALE NOW | SWIPE TO DISCOVER
MEET THE ARTIST | JOHN EAST
John East brings the vivid beauty of Aotearoa’s natural world to life through bold, expressive acrylic paintings. His work features native birds, botanicals, and horses. Each painting he creates is original and has a point of difference, evolving, and shaped by his connection to the environment. www.johneastnzart.co.nz ...
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