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Pukeiti Rhododendron Park

Upper Carrington Road, New Plymouth, New Zealand
06 752 4141
Ranked #11 of 12 attractions in New Plymouth
4.5 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Parks, Gardens
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Unfortunately the park was partially closed due to storm damage and the rhododendrons were not flowering.Cafe closed etc But I am sure that if you go at the right time of the year it would be stunning. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2012

So many rhododendrons. And when they are blooming definitely worth a visit. Quite a drive, but just do it. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012

Tranquility. Beautiful surroundings, flowers, trees. Well maintained grounds. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

Well maintained educational and sprawling garden pleasure to visit More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 November 2011
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These extensive gardens are about 30 minutes car travel out of New Plymouth towards the mountain on a good sealed road. Entry is free. Access around the gardens is excellent on wide footpaths (good for wheelchairs), with freedom to wander on lawn areas. The gardens are on a somewhat elevated site, so it can be chilly, but windchill is minimal... More

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Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 September 2010

We visited the Pukeiti Rhododendron Trust on a rainy day in August, winter here in New Zealand, but the early-blooming giant rhododendrons were already coming into flower. There was no one else there, so we strolled the well groomed paths, enjoying the solitude and the birds (great tui serenade!). While the rhododendron and other plantings were world class, it was... More

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