Open Gardens 2024
With our Silver Jubilee we are excited to bring 12 gardens this year. Ranging from new suburban blocks, schools to large country gardens.
26 & 27 October 2024
The Tumbarumba Garden Club is Celebrating its Silver Jubilee of the Tumbarumba Spring Flower Festival.
12 open gardens ranging from the rich farming area near the Murray River to the elevated forestry region of Laurel Hill will fascinate you with their diversity.
The Flower show, sculpture and photography exhibitions will provide plenty more to see.
To top it all off the local vignerons are holding a Taste buds weekend so all the Cellar Doors will be open and welcoming.
Tickets available before and during the festival from Tumba Bikes and Blooms, 19 Bridge St Tumbarumba
and Tumbarumba Showground Stadium Crn Lauder St and The Parade Tumbarumba.
Asgard
2235 Batlow Road Laurel Hill
Much of this beautiful large garden was destroyed in the bushfires of 2020 with the loss of conifers, the nursery and fences. It is coming back now with dogwoods, crab apples, rhododendrons, mollis azaleas, heritage apples, berries and perennials. Cold climate plants are featured in 5 acres of garden. The many large trees give a peaceful enclosed ambience 1030 meters above sea level. Debra creates beautiful home-made jams and pies from the produce of her garden that she sells at local markets.
EASY ACCESS BUT CONSIDERABLE WALKING TO SEE IT ALL.
Fallow Fields
301 Pound Creek Road Tumbarumba
A well established and extensive woodland garden featuring colour and perfume in an impressive collection of trees and shrubs. Under plantings of bulbs and groundcovers accented with colourful annuals bring an English secluded vale to mind. A wonderful example of how companion planting can create a microclimate that supports plants which may not thrive in isolation. A magnificent Dawn Redwood tree, with its soft ferny foliage and mast like trunk stands sentry over this garden.
EASY ACCESS
Malwood
35 Bogong Street Tumbarumba
An old garden with a modern twist. Rustic garden art and a water feature add to its charm. Recently acquired by Tony and Deborah, the garden was in need of rejuvenation. Hedges of Camelia, Rhododendron and Hebe have been planted along the perimeter which will enclose the garden for privacy and enhance the atmosphere. Seasonal plantings of Pansy, Stocks and others provide pops of colour among the large established Rhododendrons, Magnolias and beds of Roses and Irises which thrive in the shelter of mature trees. One to watch for the future as the new plantings fulfill their purpose.
EASY ACCESS
Rob-Lin Lee
36 Bridge Street Tumbarumba
100 years in the making, the house and garden are nestled firmly in this space. Rob and Linda continue to develop the garden using organic and permaculture principles. A home orchard and berry patches provide delicious fruit for jams and pies. Perennial flowers are on display among the roses. Herbs and natives mingle in the rock garden. The entire landscape is built with rock walls, stone stairs and railway sleepers. Something new to see every year.
EASY ACCESS FROM STREET BUT SOME STEPS WITHIN GARDEN
As seen in the Organic Gardener #150
Tumbarumba High School
101 Tooma Road Tumbarumba
An indigenous themed garden in the school grounds provides a place for reflection and contemplation. A place of peace and inclusion where stepping stones through native plantings lead to places to sit and rest a minute. A courtyard garden within the main building, containing mostly exotic plants and a pond, provides a serene space which can be viewed from the reception area. Be guided by staff and/or students who will proudly show you around.
EASY ACCESS ON CEMENT PATHS
Burraleigh
351 Tooma Road Tumbarumba
Magnificent deciduous and evergreen trees tower above this garden, providing a canopy over many flowering shrubs and an impressive collection of Japanese Maples. One of several themed spaces is a Mexican patio filled with many species of succulents and cactus. Around the corner is an oriental garden featuring rare Japanese Maples and conifers. The Australian native garden and African nook provide further delights. An expansive garden with much to see. June would love to show you around.
EASY ACCESS
Ellerslie
322 Possum Point Road, Tooma
This garden is a mix of old and new. A recently erected arbour will support Chinese Jasmine and roses to provide a perfumed walk from the gate to the house. Lush lawns shaded by mature trees are studded with beds of annuals and roses. Grab a hot coffee from the mobile van and stroll around the atmospheric garden at your leisure.
EASY ACCESS.
Coffee by Cam Coffee van will be located at this garden. With a selection of coffee, slushies, hot food (toasted sandwiches, pies, sausage rolls and soup) as well as sweet treats.
East Wermatong
4294 Tooma Road Tooma
Here you will find a lovely, elevated garden with expansive views to the Snowy Mountains. Wander around sweeping lawns to find the themed corners among clipped hedges and feature plants which provide a semi formal structure to the spaces. Mass planting of some perennials and interesting, rare plants hiding in sheltered nooks will delight you.
EASY ACCESS. SOME SLOPING AREAS
Coonara
140 Lower Mannus Creek Rd Tooma
100-year-old trees frame a charming large garden surrounding a beautiful home nestled into the crest of a hill. Sweeping views of the valley and rugged hills will enthral you as you discover the many delights that this garden has to offer. A recently added but perfectly incorporated stone wall creates an impressive border to the manicured lawn.
WELL MAINTAINED GRAVEL ENTRANCE ROAD WITH NARROW BRIDGES.
GARDEN EASY ACCESS
Blake Garden
18 Burgun Drive Snow View Estate Tumbarumba
This garden is a cosy well-loved retiree’s project. Clever design and interesting plantings in a relatively small garden show that you don’t’ need a big space to create a restful and satisfying atmosphere in your back yard. Chris and June will be happy to discuss how plans have evolved and changed to create this lovely, secluded space.
Please note parking is limited at this site. For Bus and larger vehicles please see the map below.
EASY ACCESS.
Davey Garden
6 McEwan Court Snow View Estate Tumbarumba
This garden shows what can be achieved in 2 short years. An eclectic mix of native and exotic plants, you will see just how much will thrive in our cold climate – there are a few surprises in store. Extensive use of gravel to suppress weeds and create paths is a feature. Susan will be happy to discuss successes and failures with her visitors.
Please note parking is limited at this site. For Bus and larger vehicles please see the map below.
EASY ACCESS FROM STREET. GRAVEL PATHS MAY BE UNSUITABLE FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Graneli
472 Mannus flats Rd East Mannus
A Special 25 year old farmstead garden which features many exotic trees planted to modify the harsh elements of our climate. A microclimate is created within which the thoughtfully designed garden can thrive. A large Weeping Blue Spruce Standing sentinel near the house is a rare sight. Other rare delights you will find here include a Monkey Puzzle tree and a Bunya Pine, both thriving outside their ideal climate zone. See what else you can find.
EASY ACCESS. SOME GRASSY SLOPES.
Showground Stadium
COMPETITIONS AND EXHIBITIONS
Corner of The Parade & Lauder Street, Tumbarumba
EASY ACCESS
