Connect with local gardeners, discover inspiring backyards, and pick up new ideas, skills and seedlings.About this Event
The Sustainable Backyards Trail invites you behind the garden gate to explore a diverse collection of 19 private sustaianble gardens across Taranaki. Meet passionate local hosts, share ideas, discover natural gardening techniques and get inspired to try something new at home.
Whether you have a tiny urban garden, a large lifestyle block, a steep section or a shady backyard, there’s something to inspire everyone.
How does it work?
Simply turn up during the advertised opening hours and sign in. One person can sign in on behalf of your group. Entry is $3 cash or you can use a Backyard Bundle Card (5 Backyards and 3 pkts of seeds). Under 12's are free.
Hosts will be around to welcome you, answer questions and share a few tips and stories about their backyard.
Some hosts are running talks or workshops and there are feature events. These have limited spaces, so online registration is required.
Tickets can be purchased and events booked via www.sustainabletrails.org.nz.
Event venue
The Envirohub, 28 Brooklands Park Drive, New Plymouth, New Zealand
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