Hereweka Garden and Nursery

Hereweka is a Registered Garden, NZ Gardens Trust. See gardens.org.nz

Description: The garden covers 4 hectares in a ‘hidden valley’ on the lower slope of Harbour Cone, with 200 rhododendrons, interesting and rare trees, shrubs, ponds, paths with herbaceous borders, old-fashioned roses, perennials, a large hellebore collection and bulbs.  A valley has been developed recently with a Gondwana planting theme including palms, cordylines, tree ferns and trees of the Araucariaceae family.  The latest addition to the garden is a luxury self-contained eco accommodation lodge – Hereweka Retreat.  The garden is situated in a valley surrounded by the largest area of native forest on the Otago Peninsula including mature rimu trees.

The garden is reached via a steep drive accessible by car and minibus.  Buses can park and turn on the property with a 300m walk up to the garden. The garden is level enough for most visitors.

Admission: Hereweka Garden is open by appointment only. Admission $10.