Wairarapa is a region deeply connected to gardening. With its diverse climate, rich soils, and a passionate community of growers, it’s no surprise that it has become home to one of New Zealand’s most exciting plant fairs.
The Wairarapa Autumn Plant Fair was created to bring together plant lovers, experienced growers, and garden enthusiasts in a single event. The fair is held at two stunning gardens—Longbush Cottage and Parkvale Gardens—each offering a unique setting and a diverse range of plants suited to the region.
More than just a plant sale, the event is a celebration of gardening, sustainability, and horticultural expertise. Our focus is on high-quality, climate-appropriate plants, and supporting local growers who have a deep understanding of what thrives in the Wairarapa environment.
Whether you’re looking for rare and unusual plants, expert gardening advice, or simply a wonderful day out exploring inspiring gardens, the Wairarapa Autumn Plant Fair offers something for everyone.
Longbush Cottage is a contemporary, thoughtfully designed garden set in the beautiful rural Wairarapa landscape. Awarded a 4-star rating by the New Zealand Gardens Trust, Longbush Cottage blends formal structure with vibrant planting, creating a garden that is both inviting and inspiring.
Designed and maintained by Luke Gardner, the garden is a dynamic space that evolves with the seasons. Visitors can wander through expansive flower borders, native plantings, and structured hedging, discovering a rich diversity of plants carefully chosen for their resilience and beauty.
Longbush Cottage is also home to an artisan emporium, featuring handcrafted products from talented Wairarapa makers, as well as a nursery offering select plants grown onsite. As a host of the Autumn Plant Fair, it provides a welcoming space where visitors can explore, learn, and shop from expert growers.
For more about Longbush Cottage, visit longbushcottage.co.nz or follow Longbush Cottage on
Parkvale Gardens is a privately owned country garden set in the heart of Wairarapa’s rural landscape. Blending open grasslands, riparian restoration, and ornamental plantings, evolving with the seasons to create a landscape that feels both natural and intentional.
Championing naturalistic planting, Parkvale Gardens encourages plant communities to establish and regulate themselves with gentle intervention. This approach creates an evolving, immersive garden that balances structure with spontaneity, offering beauty while fostering biodiversity.
Visitors can explore a diverse collection of plants suited to the region’s climate, carefully selected and arranged to flourish in challenging conditions. The garden provides a stunning setting for the Autumn Plant Fair, where guests can browse a curated selection of plants while gathering ideas for their own spaces.
For more information, visit parkvalegardens.co.nz or follow Parkvale Gardens on
