Learn more about the places Botanica takes you to explore, along with travel tips and stories from our garden experts.
Botanically Speaking Member Newsletter February 2023
Travel into the world's finest gardens and learn more about the places you can explore with Botanica.
The Best of Cherry Blossoms in Japan with Simon Rickard
Hear about some of Simon's favourite photos that he has taken in Japan during cherry blossom season from his best viewing spots along the way.
Very Victorian: See Australia’s Garden State
Discover Victoria’s diversity of gardens in spring including Botanica Founder Judy Vanrenen’s Wiltshire Garden.
5 of the Best Gardens from Botanica’s Melbourne Flower Show Tours
When you visit the Melbourne Flower Show with Botanica, you'll also visit some of the state’s best gardens.
Riverside Scenes
On our Gardens of the Loire Valley & Seine River Cruise journey, you'll explore the most magnificent gardens in France and admire its exquisite châteaux.
Visit Australia and New Zealand's Top Private Gardens
Meet private garden owners and learn first-hand what it’s like to garden in different countries and climates.
Must-Sees at London's Chelsea Flower Show
Gain a wealth of knowledge about the best exhibits at London's Chelsea Flower Show when you visit with Botanica.
Q&A on European River Cruising with Judy Vanrenen
Judy Vanrenen OAM shares her love of cruising Europe’s grand rivers and visiting incredible gardens along the way.
5 Gardens with Literary Links
Discover gardens around the world that have inspired writers including Colleen McCullough and P. L. Travers.
Botanical Guide Simon Rickard on Cool Climate Gardens
Botanical Guide Simon Rickard discusses gardening in a cool climate and his garden in the Macedon Ranges.
Experience Australia’s Art Scene
Explore iconic art, from painted wheat silos in the Wimmera to Hans Heysen’s Adelaide Hills studio.
Pick of Gardens in Canberra and NSW
Join much-awarded horticulturist and gardening media identity Judy Horton OAM, to tour gardens in her 'backyard'.
Botanica’s Picks: Top 5 New Zealand Gardens
See New Zealand's floral highlights from South Island's Trott's Garden to the Taranaki Garden Festival on the North Island.