Christchurch Botanic Gardens New Zealand, undoubtedly the finest collection of exotic and indigenous plants to be found anywhere in the country. View more information on the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, New Zealand.

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The Sights and Scents of Christchurch Botanic Gardens

The grounds of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens encompass an area of 30 hectares alongside the Avon River. Contained within this area is undoubtedly the finest collection of exotic and indigenous plants to be found anywhere in New Zealand. The Rose Garden is central in the Botanic Gardens layout, containing more than 250 different roses. Old and new varieties are grown and displayed in such a way that visitors can see examples of those most suitable for their own requirements.

The nearby Herb Garden, constructed in 1986, has an extensive range of plants used for culinary and medicinal purposes. Be sure also to visit the Heather Garden, Rock Garden, Rhododendron Collection and the Cockayne Garden, which features New Zealand native plants.

For further information on Christchurch view our Christchurch regional information section.

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