Visit

Come and wander through The Herbal Garden.

Discover a series of beautiful garden spaces, from the orchard and productive kitchen garden to the flower garden, medicinal garden and tranquil pond. Wander at your own pace, enjoy the changing seasons and discover the stories the garden has to share.

A welcome

A place to slow down, explore and be inspired.

The Herbal Garden is a working organic garden where herbs, flowers and fruit are nurtured by hand. Wander the paths at your own pace, breathe in the fragrance of the seasons and discover the beauty, history and everyday uses of the plants that make this garden so special.

Plan your visit

Everything you need to know before your visit.

Opening hours

Wednesday – Sunday

10.00am – 4.00pm

October – April

Closed public holidays

Garden entry

Adults $12

Children under 16 free

Location

West Melton, Christchurch

Detailed directions will be sent with your booking confirmation.

Your host

Visits are by advance booking. Once your booking is confirmed, we'll send you full directions and look forward to welcoming you to The Herbal Garden.

Group visits

Share The Herbal Garden with your group.

Garden clubs, Probus groups, schools and special interest groups are warmly welcome. I'd be delighted to help you plan a visit tailored to your group's interests, whether you're looking for a guided garden tour, a relaxed day exploring the gardens or a hands-on herbal experience.

Once you get in touch, I'll send you an information pack with everything you need to know. Then we can arrange a date that works for your group.

Enquire about a group visit →