Open Gardens in the Mid North This Weekend
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With the decent rain we had late winter, the spring gardens in the mid-north are looking good this year. With mild spring weather, it is the perfect time for a country drive to see both exceptional and interesting gardens. It is a bumper weekend with many gardens to view.
ANLABY HISTORIC STATION
Open Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th 10-5pm
Address- 829 Anlaby Rd, Hamilton
This rambling estate was established by the founder of the Kapunda copper mine. The large old home and grounds are hidden away north of Kapunda. Once a year, there is a special open day. Wander the expansive grounds and see the old home from the outside. Also see the many out buildings, displays and blooming gardens at this historic 1841 station. Afternoon teas available. Entry fee with tickets online to help with catering numbers.
More details here .
BETTY GREY'S IRIS GARDEN
Open Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th 10-4pm
Address- 40 Bruce St Eudunda
This proud local lady opens her garden every year to show over 1400 Iris' in bloom. Entry is $7.50 which includes an afternoon tea plate and a cuppa. It is a fundraiser for the upkeep of the Eudunda hall.
ROOTS 'N LEAVES
Also open this weekend 19th and 20th 9- 5pm.
506 Angle Rd Sutherlands on the Eudunda to Morgan Rd.
This Iris nursery sells mainly tall bearded varieties. If you cannot make it on open garden weekend, call them for another time during Iris season.
SMOKIN' HEIGHTS
Open Friday to Sunday 10-4pm during iris bloom or by appointment.
Address- 69 Dennett Road Kapunda off the Kapunda to Tarlee road. Go up the dirt road a short way to the farm. Gold coin donation on entry to charity. See my article for more information and photos
here .
BURRA SPRING GARDEN EXPO AND OPEN GARDENS
Open all weekend 19th and 20th till 5pm.
Goodness me, if you love gardens, you really need to make it a weekend outing to the mid-north. See my article
here for all the details.
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