Gardens & Nurseries
The rich soils of the Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges, provide the perfect conditions for some of Melbourne’s best ornamental gardens, plant and flower nurseries and landscape designers, some who have even won gold presenting Australian Show Gardens on the international stage.
Nature takes centre stage throughout the region. Take the time to be in the outdoors and feel the difference. Fresh air, stunning views, amazing wildlife and spectacular gardens all make for an entirely wonderful adventure.
Green Escapes: Gardens of the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges celebrates the stunning gardens, history and horticultural treasures of one of Victoria’s most beloved regions.
Curated for visitors and locals alike, explore the diverse range of public and private gardens throughout the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.
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Tesselaar KaBloom Festival of Flowers
This floral sensation will melt your heart and fill your soul. 12 Acres of fabulous flower fields, world class entertainment with Circus Oz, fun…
Tesselaar Tulip Festival
Fill your world with colour and fun at the Tesselaar Tulip Festival. With over a million spring flowers in bloom and live entertainment daily there…
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Edible Forest Yarra Valley
Hidden within the Yarra Valley Estate property, you will find the Edible Forest. A place to grow unique edible plants, create experiences and breathe…
Melba's Garden Walk at Coombe Yarra Valley
Seven acres of stunning gardens, landscaped over one hundred years ago, provide an evocative and romantic setting for weddings, photographs and…
Coombe Yarra Valley - Tours
Nestled within the picturesque landscape of the Yarra Valley, Coombe Yarra Valley holds a rich history as the former residence of the renowned…
Cloudehill Gardens and Nursery
Cloudehill is a garden at the top of the Dandenongs in Olinda, and is internationally famous for garden rooms overflowing with flowers and…
Blue Lotus Water Garden
The Blue Lotus Water Garden is one of Australia's most spectacular seasonal gardens open to the public from 26 December to mid April each year. The…
SkyHigh Mount Dandenong and Scenic Lookout
At SkyHigh Mount Dandenong you will get some perspective and escape the noise and pressures of the concrete jungle. Less than an hour from the…
Kuranga Native Nursery and Paperbark Cafe
Discover the magic of Kuranga Native Nursery, a hidden gem nestled in the scenic foothills of the Dandenong Ranges. Renowned as an award-winning…
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Coombe Yarra Valley - Tours
Nestled within the picturesque landscape of the Yarra Valley, Coombe Yarra Valley holds a rich history as the former residence of the renowned…
Alowyn Gardens
A beautiful seven acre award winning display garden in the heart of the Yarra Valley. Featuring nine distinct garden areas, with seasonal displays.…
Edible Forest Yarra Valley
Hidden within the Yarra Valley Estate property, you will find the Edible Forest. A place to grow unique edible plants, create experiences and breathe…
Emerald Museum & Nobelius Heritage Park
Emerald Museum situated in the beautiful leafy green Nobelius Heritage Park exhibits a collection of cultural material from the operations of the…
Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda
Located within the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden, the Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda is a permanent display, featuring an enormous Waratah…
Karwarra Australian Native Botanic Garden and Nursery
Located at Kalorama in The Dandenong Ranges, Karwarra is set on two hectares and is devoted to displaying the diversity of Australian plants in a…
Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens
Alfred Nicholas Memorial Garden is the original garden of the historic Burnham Beeches estate, renowned for its extensive water features. Delightful…
Warratina Lavender Farm
Enjoy the tranquil surroundings of this family run five-acre lavender farm, an hour's drive from Melbourne at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges,…
Oasis Berry Farms
Oasis Berry Farms is open from 1 November to end of April when their blueberries are ripe and available to buy from their farm gate. It’s a…
Kuranga Native Nursery and Paperbark Cafe
Discover the magic of Kuranga Native Nursery, a hidden gem nestled in the scenic foothills of the Dandenong Ranges. Renowned as an award-winning…
Cloudehill Gardens and Nursery
Cloudehill is a garden at the top of the Dandenongs in Olinda, and is internationally famous for garden rooms overflowing with flowers and…
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Must Visit Gardens in Autumn
Experience the incredibly vibrant cool climate gardens found in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges.
Top Tik Tok and Instagrammable Gardens this Spring
Feed your feed in the spring gardens of the Yarra Valley and the Dandenong Ranges.
5 Must See Free & Dog Friendly Dandenong Ranges Gardens
Stunning wilderness, world-class parks and lush rainforest. Discover the Must See Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges National Park.
Nature Lovers Loop
Just a short drive from the Melbourne CBD and you’ll feel a world away in the Dandenong Ranges. No matter what season you visit, there’s always…
Why Nature Lovers Need to Visit the Dandenong Ranges
In need of a tranquil, refreshing escape? Look no further than the Dandenong Ranges.
Three Spectacular Places to See Wisteria in the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
It’s wisteria season and you won’t need to travel to Japan to find it in full, beautiful bloom. Here are three places to see wisteria in the Yarra…
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