Pirianda Gardens
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The garden is particularly beautiful in autumn when the trees change colour to the many hues of orange, red and yellow. In spring the rock garden and woodland plants are at their best. Things to Do * Enjoy magnificent views and tranquil walks, bird watching, photography and informal picnicking on the lawns at Pirianda Gardens. * From the pathway across the top of open lawns at Pirianda, the view south takes in Kallista and the valley of Sassafras Creek and parts of Sherbrooke Forest. On a clear day you can see Arthur's Seat on the Mornington Peninsula and French Island in Westernport. * Several walking paths cross the steep slopes through the gardens and a sign-posted pathway and garden map indicate points of interest. * A gazebo located near the top of the garden is an excellent location for your picnic and it is also available for hire for weddings and wedding photography. Heritage Once a site for carrot and potato farming, Pirianda Gardens was started approximately 40 years ago and with the exception of the tree ferns and Blackwood trees in the gully the property was cleared. In 1959 it was purchased by Mr and Mrs Harvey Ansell of Ansell Industries who built the Ansell house in 1962, after which work began on clearing the land of blackberries and establishing the garden. Many of the plants in the garden came from overseas and the Ansells during their travels personally collected some. The gardens were opened to the public in 1977 when the family gave Pirianda to the State government. |
Pirianda Garden
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