Auckland Botanic Gardens
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| Separated into several distinct sections the gardens make for a great day out |
Auckland Botanic Gardens in Manurewa opened in 1982 and covers 64 hectares (156 acres) of land, including 10 hectares of native New Zealand forest. It is owned and operated by Auckland Council.
The gardens consist of multiple sections. These include an African Plants Garden, Camellia Garden, Conifer Garden, Edible Garden, Harakeke Collection, Herb Garden, Palm Garden, Rose Garden, and Trial Garden to name just a few.
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| Jackfruit- the largest of the tree fruits |
The Gondwana Arboretum hosts ancient conifers, cycads and ferns, descendants of tree species that flourished millions of years ago. The Magnolia Garden is a must-see in winter and spring with its magnificent magnolias from East and Southeast Asia as well as a collection of New Zealand-bred varieties.
The Orchard is home to bananas, citrus, macadamias, pears, feijoas, figs, plums, persimmon and more.
The Native Forest section has nikau palm and tree fern groves and provides a safe environment for a variety of birds.
Visit the Urban Trees area and discover a variety of small trees that can be planted in household gardens.
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| A constant source of inspiration for New Zealand gardeners |
Access - Getting There
102 Hill Road
Manurewa
Tel: (09) 267 1457
www: aucklandbotanicgardens.co.nz
Free entry
Summer Hours: Open every day; Gardens 8 am - 8 pm; Visitor Centre Huakaiwaka 8 am - 4.30 pm
Winter Hours: Open every day; Gardens 8 am - 6 pm; Visitor Centre Huakaiwaka 8 am - 4.30 pm
The Visitor Centre Huakaiwaka is closed on Christmas Day only.
Auckland Botanic Gardens is about 25 km south from the centre of Auckland. Take the Southern Motorway (SH1), and exit at the Manurewa/Hill Road exit (exit 451). Turn left onto Hill Road, the main entrance to the Gardens is the first driveway on the left.
By public transport take bus #366 runs from the Manurewa bus interchange to the Gardens. The nearest train station is Manurewa Station on the Southern Line from Britomart Transport Centre in Auckland CBD.
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| The gardens opened to the public in 1982 |
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