Gardens
Gardens - Okato
Valentia
84 Upper Kaihihi Rd, Okato
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Adrienne O’Sullivan
A fine stand of native bush forms the perfect backdrop for this century-old villa and tranquil country garden which features roses, rhododendrons, camellias, box hedging, formal gardens and herbaceous borders. Water features and garden ornamentation complement the overall affect.
Open 9am – 4.30pm, admission 1 ticket or $4pp
(Proceeds to the National Heart Foundation)
Ph 06 752 4136, email adosullivan@xtra.co.nz
The van der Poel Garden
92 Ruakere Rd, Warea, Okato
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Maria & Hugo van der Poel
A developing garden of the old style using trees from a former garden as key components. Spacious lawns, including interesting under planting of mature trees. Dublin Bay roses also feature as well as formal planting around the house. A tranquil setting to stop and enjoy your picnic, or our native bush walk.
Open 9.30am - 5pm, admission 1 ticket or $4pp
Ph 06 752 8130, Fax 06 752 8236
Goodin Country Garden
158 Mirikau Rd, Okato
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Chris & Steak Goodin
The garden has been developed over the last 25 years and created around the family home. Featuring large volcanic rocks, trees, spacious lawns, roses, rhododendrons and numerous colourful plants of interest. Daughter Nicci is a prominent local florist, much of the planting is with her creativity in mind. Renowned sculptor Jeff Thomson and botanical artist Zoe Carter will be exhibiting.
Open 9am - 5pm except Sat 3 Nov 9am - 3pm
admission 1 ticket or $4pp
Ph/fax 06 752 8160, email jgoodin@farmside.co.nz
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