The sheltered, landscaped grounds of the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens hold historic plant collections and a large number of significant trees, many dating from the nineteenth century.
It also has an increasing number of important conservation collections of Tasmanian plants and the world's only Subantarctic Plant House.
Prior to European settlement local Aboriginal tribes used the site, and traces of their occupation are still apparent. A number of historic structures, including two convict-built walls, date back to the Gardens' earliest days.
The Botanical Gardens Restaurant, in one of the loveliest locations for any restaurant in Tasmania, combines with an extensive program of activities and events as well as year-round displays combine to offer the visitor a great Tasmanian experience.
ASH GRUNWALD, BERTIE BLACKMAN, C. W. STONKING
SLAVA GRIGORYAN & BAND OF BROTHERS, MR PERCIVAL & LET THE CAT OUT
14th of March 2010 Gates open at 12:00
Kick back, chill out and support your Botanical Gardens at the annual Day in the Gardens fundraising concert. The amazing line up this year includes C W Stoneking, Ash Grunwald, Bertie Blackman and Slava Grigoryan + band of brothers and much more. Grab a few friends, get the family together and head out and enjoy a Day in the Gardens, Sunday 14th March.
Set in one of Tasmania's most picturesque venues with award-winning Australian artists this annual fundraising event is the perfect way to spend a sunny Sunday afternoon.
All funds generated for the Gardens through this annual fundraising event are put directly into maintaining and developing your botanical gardens.
Artist details and ticket sales go to www.dayinthegardens.com.au