Hogsback Open Gardens 2023

Thursday 05 October – Sunday 15 October, Thursday 02 November – Sunday 12 November

All gardens are self-guided and are only open Thursdays to Sundays. All weekends will have local markets, plant sales and wine and food tasting events.

Tickets: R120 per person to view 9 gardens over a weekend; children under 15 free.

Tickets are available from www.quicket.co.za or from The Edge Mountain Retreat. Tickets can be purchased same day. All garden visitors must start at The Edge to collect a map and wristbands.

Enquiries: Gloria Robinson 082 934 3474 or email hogsbackgardenclub@gmail.com
Facebook: facebook.com/hogsbackopengardens

The Edge – Peter Colyvas and Wouter Jordaan

The Edge Mountain Retreat Garden is surrounded by cliffs, dramatic views and unspoiled indigenous Afromontane forest– all part of the pristine, natural environment. A wonderful large, varied garden to explore with a centre attraction of the labyrinth. Neatly kept with pockets of flowers tenderly planted alongside the circular path. The Bluff Walk also offers a spectacular view of ‘The Edge’.

Entrance at parking lot – get the gate key from the Edge Reception.

Woodside Gardens – Julie and Wayne Dunn

A unique, mature landscaped garden comprising of about 25 garden rooms divided by tall hedges. Each room holds special features. Walking this garden feels like an adventure. It features a colourful array of azaleas, rhododendrons and other ornamental shrubs nestled in-between majestic beeches and oaks trees.

Open in October only.

Malingwe – Rod and Lesley Kearney

A mature historical garden packed with flowering ornamental trees, azaleas and rhododendrons. The walking path meanders in between a Japanese garden and ends at a majestic copper beech tree. This garden is open to the public for the first time and is a must see.

Open in October only, on Fridays and Saturdays.

Bramber – Eric and Gloria Robinson

A recently rejuvenated old garden with beautiful spaces formed by large trees and open areas. The gently sloping walking path leads to a most inspiring view of the Hogsback mountains, a protea terrace and a rose garden. A charming, eccentric house adds to the sense of a fairytale setting.

Open in November only.

Mistlea – Dave and Jane Pledger

Showstopper large heritage garden. A majestic garden to behold, with ancient trees and beautiful, unique Japanese maples. One will discover delightful romantic water features surrounded by an exquisite array of azaleas in October. A garden where the roses will romance you with their magnificent colours and fragrance. Set in a gorgeous terraced forest walk. A special experience.

• Plant sales

Back O’ The Moon – Norma and Derek Fivaz

A magnificent mature garden complete with a very romantic pond. You will have a walking experience through a magical scenery packed with spectacular large ancient trees, colourful shrubs and beautiful flowers.

Open in November only.

Hurry – Dave and Alba Bilsbury

An exquisite, large and beautiful heritage garden. Meander through wide, grassy paths under rare exotic trees and ornamentals with many special deciduous azaleas and rhododendrons. You will be surrounded by a burst of heavenly colours and be enthralled by the sweet-smelling fragrance as you wonder through this magical garden. Gentle slopes lead you to a beautiful pond area. A delightful garden to relax and unwind.

May Lodge – Bev Foord

Well-kept flat sprawling garden that is perfect for those who struggle with steps. Established garden with wonderful large flowering shrubs as a backdrop to the beautiful open spaces. A lovely space to wander and enjoy the romantic, superbly detailed water feature.

Open in October only.

Moonshine – Carol Nieth

A small, gorgeous cottage garden, packed with a phenomenal variety of plants. A unique garden with a distinct style that uses informal design, dense plantings with a mixture of ornamental and edible plants. This special garden is a wonderful demonstration of how size doesn’t matter. Perfect for those who don’t want to walk too far but will still have plenty to see! Carol is a most experienced gardener and delights in exchanging plants, trivia and knowledge.

Mons Garden – Monika Hof

A true rose garden that will romance your senses with the exquisite array of colour and fragrances. This is home of the unique Mons Garden Rose Nursery, which is surrounded by a mature garden with a breath-taking view. A beautiful water feature adds a sense of tranquillity. Incredible back story about the history of the nursery.

Times: 10:00 – 16:00 Saturday, 10:00 – 14:00 Sunday.

• Plant sales

Little Timbers – Helen and Tony Chappel

A huge heritage garden with the quaintest English country home! Take time out to immerse yourself in this majestic garden. Beautiful massive pond area with water lilies and swathes of irises, surrounded by showy ornamental trees. Showcasing colourful roses, azaleas and rhododendrons in the most romantic setting. A relaxing walk will take you around the whole property. Parking for this garden is at St Patricks Church.

St Patrick’s Chapel Garden – Carol Nieth (Garden Guardian)

The much-loved little chapel in Hogsback is picture perfect and a must see when visiting. A lovely prayer walk offers a beautiful view down below and a peek in the chapel itself is a must.

Tea and biscuits on Saturdays 10:30 – 15:00.

• Food and drink