Richmond Formal Italianate Garden

Visit an amazing formal garden, unique in the Southern Hemisphere. Extensive use of buxus topiary and a large bronze fountain placed in a 56 metre reflecting pool are features of this memorable garden

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  • Phone +64 6 370 6600

About

Richmond is an assessed garden of international significance. It is a formal Italianate garden situated in Carterton, Wairarapa, approximately an hour north of Wellington.
Richmond Garden covers around six acres and is divided into formal garden “rooms”. It is unique to the southern hemisphere. A large bronze fountain placed in a 56 metre reflecting pool is the focal point of the main axis of the garden. Extensive use is made of buxus topiary including both architectural and whimsical styles. A unique collection of buxus also resides at Richmond.
Richmond Garden displays its many moods through the seasons and is open for visiting all year round.

Opening times

  • Business hours: By appointment 7 days.
  • Months of operation: All months of the year

Facilities and Features

Physical address

Richmond Formal Italianate Garden, 40 Wakelin Street, Carterton, Wairarapa, New Zealand.

Pricing and Conditions

Adult $10.00 - $10.00
  • Further pricing information: Children under 16 Free of charge

Contact us by

  • Phone +64 6 370 6600
  • Freephone 0800 471 227

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