Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival

Garden & Art Trail

Birdsong Retreat

A mystic Redwood forest, an English country garden and exotic waterlily ponds, this magnificent space has much to offer. Festival goers can wander through the many pathways and discover ancient willow trees, an abundance of roses, a small vineyard and olive trees, or just take a seat on the island to watch the ducks go by and spot Bob the eel. A mix of old world charm set amongst the native forest will be sure to tempt many.

Artist: Christie Cramer

Guided Nature Walk with The Bug Man

Passionate about bugs and plants in your own backyard? Then come on this very special garden tour with entomologist Ruud Kleinpaste. Always enthusiastic, the “Bug Man” will share his continuing delight and amazement at the richness and complexities of the insect world.

Touted by some as the insect equivalent of crocodile man Steve Irwin, this guided walk through one of our unique gardens’ on this years trail will provide you with detailed and interesting facts to blow your mind. Fun and informative, don’t miss out!

When: Friday 15 November 3pm – 4.30pm

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The NZ Garden & Art Festival Charitable Trust is a positive and forward-thinking group passionate about gardens, art and promoting the beautiful Bay of Plenty in a philanthropic way.

phone: 07 570 2525
address: PO Box 14100,  Tauranga 3143
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