Earthquake Update
23 February 2012
Christchurch City Council has closed Christchurch Botanic Gardens glasshouses Fern House and Foweraker House to the public after receiving the results of Detailed Engineering Evaluations (DEEs).
Engineers have recommended the facilities need earthquake strengthening work.
DEEs have also been carried out on Gilpin and Garrick House and Townend House, which have been closed since the February 2011 earthquake. The reports recommend they should remain closed.
We are aware that these facilities are important to the community. The plants that remain in the glasshouses will be tended by staff on a restricted basis.
Cuningham House also remains closed, following a DEE in 2011.
We apologise for any inconvenience these closures may cause.
The Armagh Street Carpark is open from 7am to 6:30pm.
The toilets are open.
The Botanic Gardens Cafe, Band Rotunda, Curator's House Restaurant and conservatories are closed.
The Christchurch Botanic Gardens
The Christchurch Botanic Gardens showcase some of the flora of New Zealand and other parts of the world.
Founded in 1863 with the planting of an English Oak tree, the Gardens now feature one of the finest collections of exotic and native plants found in New Zealand.
Towering majestic trees - many over 120 years old - dominate the Gardens, forming a striking backdrop to the extensive themed plant collections and sweeping lawns.
A loop of the gently-flowing Avon River, criss-crossed by bridges, encloses a large part of the Gardens while the adjacent 164 hectare Hagley Park enhances its natural splendour.
The Gardens are an oasis in the city of Christchurch - 21 hectares of horticultural displays, several conservatories, memorials, garden art and walking tracks.
The Gardens are open every day of the year at 7am, and admission is free.
Map of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens [PDF 8.12MB]
Christchurch Botanic Gardens walking guide [PDF 3.93MB]
Contact us
Phone: (03) 941 8999
Fax : (03) 941 8267
Email: christchurchbotanicgardens@ccc.govt.nz
