Each year we celebrate gardens of charm and character. Every garden has a unique history and a character worth celebrating. From grand pastoral views to cool courtyard creations, there will be something to delight you. And best of all, you will find ideas and plant combinations that you can take home and introduce to your garden.
Ideas are free, so come and collect as many as you like.
The Gardens are open 10am-4.30pm unless otherwise stated
Maryborough Butter Factory, 165 Railway Street, Maryborough, Vic. 3465
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Description
This drought tolerant garden has a contemporary design. It’s a silver and platinum garden, that is studded with floral settings of amethyst, ruby and plum, offset with sapphire and blue, with pops of orange and the sparkle of pure white.
On Sunday the Maryborough Big Band will be playing a number of sets from the butter factory era to create a memorable experience for our visitors.
This Garden is also open with Open Gardens Victoria
Entry $10
www.maryboroughbutterfactory.com.au
Norwood Estate, Norwood Road, Wareek, Vic. 3465
Description
Norwood Homestead was built in the mid 1860’s and is a Victorian arboretum style garden. A rich collection of mature trees such as a National Trust classified Olive tree and a rare Osage Orange surround an elegant bluestone mansion. The estate park enjoys extensive views
over a classic Goldfields
pastoral landscape.
Description
Norwood Homestead was built in the mid 1860’s and is a Victorian arboretum style garden. A rich collection of mature trees such as a National Trust classified Olive tree and a rare Osage Orange surround an elegant bluestone mansion. The estate park enjoys extensive views
over a classic Goldfields
pastoral landscape.
Description
Norwood Homestead was built in the mid 1860’s and is a Victorian arboretum style garden. A rich collection of mature trees such as a National Trust classified Olive tree and a rare Osage Orange surround an elegant bluestone mansion. The estate park enjoys extensive views
over a classic Goldfields
pastoral landscape.
Download a Map to Visit
A very special day is ready.
Norwood estate is rarely open to the public. When it does open, it is not to be missed. The owners have planned an exciting day with the Maryborough Brass Band recreating the ambiance of a classic Australian country fair. The band will be playing for visitors on the croquet lawn surrounded by island beds of perennials.
Competitions and prizes await visitors as well as a coffee van, a plant stall and a sausage sizzle. Proceeds from this garden go to the Ambulance Auxiliary.
Entry $10
This Garden is only open on Saturday 26th Nov
Alma Steet, Maryborough, VIC 3465
Free Access
Description
Amble round the lake and enjoy the ambience of this classic park designed in the Victorian stroll style. Fountains entertain the ducks that play in the water.
Rare trees, charming old style municipal bedding, and a glasshouse complete this
county botanical gardens
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88-90 Burke St, Maryborough, VIC. 3465
Description
This award winning garden demonstrates just how productive raised beds can be. Even in a hot dry climate, see how you can grow cool green leafy vegetables for a year round healthy diet.
Proceeds from this garden go to Mill House Charity
Entry $5
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Download a Map to Visit
83 Murchison Street, Eddington, VIC 3472.
Description
Helen’s beautiful country garden sits in the riverside hamlet of Eddington. The Loddon River runs at the bottom of the garden and sets the leisurely and relaxed pace of this hidden gem. The well considered planting of perennials, shrubs and trees illustrate just how well a garden can sit in a landscape
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Loddon Lea has withdrawn due to flood damage. Please support them next year by visiting.
126 Majorca Rd, Maryborough Vic 3465
Free Access
Description
Once Highdales Hotel, then a Cobb & Co stop over, this classic architectural statement now has a formal garden. Brick paths guide visitors around this country delight. An abundance of roses grow over a stone pergola and arches perfuming the air. Seating is placed to provide exquisite views making this garden
a visual treat to explore.
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Download a Map to Visit
247 Bung Bong -Longs Road, Bung Bong.
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Description
This spectacular farmhouse garden sits at the centre of a working farm. Allan and Rachelle Steed have built a remarkable garden that nestles comfortably in a crook of the valley with the Bet Bet Creek meandering lazily at the bottom of the garden. A new and exciting view opens up at each turn. Proceeds from this garden go to the Ambulance Auxiliary.
Entry $5
Free Access
Description
Nestled in the heart of the vintage village of Talbot lies the garden of London House. Behind this timber fence and next to the original old haberdashery store is a garden of herbs, grapes, fruit trees and some of the best espalier work in the Shire. London House is home to a very stylish cafe with great coffee
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42 Scandinavian Cresent, Talbot
Enjoying Your Day Out
To ensure that everyone has a great day out here are three simple tips
• Please do not bring your dogs onto rural properties
• Some gardens have ornamental pools, ornamental steps
or other features, children will need to be supervised.
• Please ask the garden owner if you have any questions
