Welcome to Hollard Gardens

A horticultural oasis in the very heart of dairying country. A passionate plantsman's  garden and Taranaki showcase ...

Discover the passion and determination that made Bernard Hollard invaluable to  many gardens and nurseries, and learn about plant propagation  and exchange.  Catch dramatic views of Mount Taranaki,  or enjoy special functions and community  events on the main lawn ..

Hollard Gardens is owned and managed by the Taranaki Regional Council on behalf of the people of the region. Enjoy it - it's yours.

What's happening in the garden

• Cutting back perennials such as inulas, filipendulas and lobelias in the old garden.
• Fine-tuning shrubs and trees — this involves some deadwooding and shaping to prepare the gardens for spring and beyond.
• In the new garden we've laid a new path through the deciduous bed to better access an establishing garden themed around conifers, roses and salvias.

Coming up

Sunday 22 August, 2pm-4pm: Chemicals and their alternatives. Learn about the correct and safe uses of both inorganic and organic fertilisers, pesticides and insecticides. We will then objectively discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each.