New Zealand Garden Trust: About the Award

The New Zealand Gardens Trust (NZGT) is an esteemed organization that brings together individuals with a deep passion for gardening. These individuals are not only dedicated to cultivating a diverse range of plants but also to sharing the beauty and creativity that comes with garden experiences, whether they lean toward traditional or more innovative designs.

As described on their website,

“The New Zealand Gardens Trust is an organisation made up of people who are passionate about gardens and wish to share their amazing range of plants, along with traditional and innovative garden experiences and design.”

NZGT plays a significant role in promoting high standards across New Zealand’s gardens. Their efforts are focused on celebrating horticultural excellence while providing garden enthusiasts and visitors with an accurate representation of the gardens they choose to visit.

“Established as a Trust of the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture in March 2004 to promote the best in New Zealand gardens and horticulture, NZ Gardens Trust has set up a system to assess all registered gardens and provide visitors with information that truly reflects the experience of visiting the garden. Gardens are assessed when they apply for membership, and then on a three-year cycle.”

At Longbush Cottage, we are immensely grateful to NZGT for their ongoing support and for recognizing the beauty and effort that goes into maintaining our gardens. After a thorough assessment, we are delighted to have been awarded a prestigious 4-star rating. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication that goes into making our gardens an exceptional experience for visitors.

We are incredibly proud of this achievement, and it serves as an encouragement for us to continue offering a unique and memorable garden experience for all who visit. NZGT’s structured assessment ensures that visitors receive honest and consistent insights into what each garden offers, and we are thrilled to be part of this trusted network of gardens throughout New Zealand.

To explore our listing and learn more about what Longbush Cottage has to offer, please visit our profile on the NZGT website: www.gardens.org.nz/visit/longbush-cottage

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