Hamilton Gardens - World's Best Gardens by Ian Wilson Landscape Designer

In this new garden series, we explore and discuss some of the World's Best Gardens. Hamilton Gardens is a remarkable garden and inspiration. It showcases gardens throughout history and civilisations. The gardens are an insight into the culture and beliefs of the time. Hamilton Gardens is a collection of garden themes and styles and it is divided into categories like the Paradise Gardens, Fantasy Gardens and Productive Gardens. The 58 Hectare property previously a Maori Pa site and more recently a refuse tip for Hamilton Council has been transformed into a magnificent garden funded mainly by the local community and donations with Architect Dr Peter Sergel giving the leading direction into the design and build. Established in the 80s it now is widely recognised as being one the best gardens in the world and as such has won international awards for garden excellence and receives many visitors.