See Australian Gardens. An Australian open garden showcasing native plants of Australia at Katandra Gardens

Gardening Australia's "Gardener of the Year" 2005

An Australian Open Garden Scheme garden

Katandra Garden's Australian plant gardens are open for tourists, overseas visitors and plant enthusiasts.

Garden tours, Day visitors and accommodation set in garden setting.

Australian native garden plants.

Yarra Valley - Dandenong Ranges. Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

8 acres of landscaped wildflower gardens.

 Yellow Kangaroo Paw

 

The sun has kissed the mountains And heralded the dawn. The birds send out the chorus a new day has been born. Mountains in the distance An array of coloured hues, Loom so large yet silently In lavenders and blues. A veil of mist lies gently Such riches to behold. Teasing with what lies underneath More precious, by far, than gold. So glorious the picture Only one could paint this scene, Flowers placed like jewels Amongst the velvet green. Looking for the answers? For wonder and for grace Search no more for majesty You'll find it in this place.   written by one B&B guests taken by   the beauty at Katandra Gardens.

 

 

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To walk around your garden And listen to the birds Brings stillness to one's soul And the voice of God is heard. Jenny Stovold - Guest in B&B

 

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Absolutely fabulous.  A blessed place to stay.  May your beautiful gardens bring peace and joy to many, many other people.  Thank you Dot and Bob for all the love and care you show your guests – all those little extra touches that make it more than an ordinary ‘B&B’ into something really special.  God Bless you both. We look forward to returning again one day.          (Honeymooners from New Zealand )

Dear Bob and Dot,
Thank you so much for your very warm welcome and kind hospitality.  We very much appreciated the cosy-homely accommodation with lots of special touches like the welcome message, chocolate and toffees.  But most of all thankyou Bob for the tour of the garden and thank you to both of you for all the work you have put into creating such a beautiful, peaceful environment.  We look forward to seeing you again.            (Guest having a relaxing weekend stay)

To Bob & Dot.Thank You so much for letting us share your garden of Eden.  Anybody who visits will have no doubt of God’s beauty and creation.  Just from reading other people’s comments you have obviously touched many lives.  Carry on your wonderful work and thankyou.  God Bless You. (New Zealand Guests)

Perfect way to begin our marriage together.  Beautiful gardens, lovely sunshine, perfect cottage with all the lovely special touches you provided for us.  Bless you both so much for your kindness to us.     P.S. Love your poems!                       (Honeymooners)

This really is a unique garden, we were very impressed by the large amount of different native plants.  And also so well kept.  Thanks very much for your hospitality and interesting information.                    (Guests from the Netherlands )

Perfect way to celebrate the 44^th anniversary of our marriage.  This is the first time we have celebrated in this way and you have made it very special, Dot and Bob.  Your lovely garden sends us into raptures. The delightful way you prepare the cottage, with those special extra touches, is deeply appreciated.  Thanks also Bob for your inspiring tour.  It’s an honour to learn more about gardening from the “Gardener of the year.”  God bless you both.                                  (Guests celebrating a wedding anniversary)

Thankyou for offering us a piece of your paradise.  We thought we lived in the heart of the garden state, but the natural surrounds, here within, shall draw us back time and time again.  We spent but one night with our sick child and we shall endeavour to return for another taste of your hospitality.     (Guests attending a function at a local winery)

You both deserve an award, not only for gardening but as warm, caring and giving people.  The small things impress us more than anything else and they are here in abundance.  You have shown us a new direction and invigorated us to start again in some parts of our gardening.                               (Guests celebrating a birthday )

Now.. Only a short trip but I will return to enjoy the amazing calm and refreshing feel to this place – You two are so sweet and complete the experience.   Thanks so much Bob & Dot                                                                   (American guest)

Thankyou Bob & Dot for a great backdrop for the wedding.  The gardens look beautiful in the rain and the native birds “flittering” around when it stopped.  A superb breakfast to help the heavy head and tired body. With appreciation.        (Guests from Phillip Is)

Bob & Dot, thanks for sharing this delightful retreat and breathtaking gardens.  We’ve had a wonderful and relaxing holiday.  All the little touches and extra attention to detail made us really feel at home.  With thanks. (Guests from NSW )

A Brilliant 3 days here - We don't want to leave. Thank you Bob and Dot for your hospitality - the little touches in the cottage, the garden tour in fact everything was wonderful. Don't be surprised if you have more Irish visitors out here on our recommendation - As we say in Irish, "Go Raibh mile maith Agat."        (Irish guests)

If only we could have stayed a few more days. Bob said, "This is the best place to be," and he was right. A unique experience offering total peace and tranquility. We could not have picked a better place to spend our last 3 days in OZ - a recommendation to visit will be given to all our friends. Many thanks to you both.           (Guests from England)

Thankyou Bob and Dot for making our stay in your beautiful garden home so very special. The view, the trees, the flowers and birds are unforgettable, your kindness and personal touches quite humbling. Other side of the world, but somehow 'home.'      (Guests from England)