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Botanic Gardens

TIMARU BOTANIC GARDENS, main entrance, Queen Street

Wide open spaces carefully planned for all season enjoyment. Over 30 plant collections include New Zealand’s largest collection of species roses, A Shakespeare Theme Walk, trees of the world, an historic walk, two ponds, a large conservatory and a detailed education centre displaying posters, photographs and brochures as well as comprehensive hands-on displays. Timaru is one of few places left to nurture some natives threatened with extinction. They, along with rare and endangered species from several countries, are protected at the Timaru Gardens.
OPEN: Summer 8am-dusk; Winter 8am-5pm
Conservatory: week days 10am-4pm, weekends & public holidays 2pm-4pm
Education Centre: Wednesdays & Sundays 2pm-4pm, or by appointment
Name: Botanic Gardens
Address: Timaru District Council
PO Box 522
City: Timaru
Phone: 03 687 7200
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