the garden of st erth, blackwood
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Nestled next to the Wombat State Forest are the amazing Gardens of St Erth and historic homestead, run by the popular gardening group - The Diggers Club. The nursery here will have you inspired to get out in your own backyard and start cultivating that green thumb and it also has a great cafe for a cool drink or a hot bevvy depending on your season!
The best bit though is of course the gardens. Lovingly tended with pathways, seating areas, and plants from all walks of life that you've never seen before or never seen look so amazing. It really is a place for planet earth to show off1
The gardens are great to discover at any time of year and the seasons dictate which beautiful blooms come next.
Oh and you can also enjoy the gardens with a picnic box! Available in Spring, your picnic includes a lovely lunch, picnic rug, plates, cutlery and glasses. You can even add on a chilled bottle of wine. You can even order a gourmet cheese box - click here for more cafe details
the nitty gritty
September 1 - May 31
Monday - Sunday
10:00am - 5:00pm
June 1 - August 31
Monday - Sunday
10:00am - 4:00pm
Normal open times for cafe:.
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* Gardens and Shop closed 24-26 December, Good Friday and on any Code Red or Extreme Fire warning days.
Entry to wander through St Erth Gardens is free for Diggers members and children under 16, and $15 for visitors. There is no entry charge to visit the shop or restaurant.
Mamma's special mention: Daylesford is just a short drive away, for more beautiful gardens you can't go past Lavandula.
