Wittunga Botanic Garden

Wittunga Botanic Garden is a botanical garden in Blackwood featuring an extensive collection of water-wise plants from Australia and South Africa, with dedicated sections for each region's flora. Pathways lead through these distinct growing areas, allowing visitors to compare plants from different climates side by side.

Edwin Ashby established the garden in 1901 as a formal English garden, while his son Keith later transferred the site to the State. This transition marked a shift from private garden to public botanical collection.

The name reflects local botanical traditions and shows how different world regions have developed their own plant species. Visitors can observe how plants from contrasting climates grow side by side and adapt to their surroundings.

The garden features wheelchair-accessible paths and offers free guided walks on a regular basis to help visitors learn about the plants. Wearing comfortable shoes is helpful since the terrain is hilly and there is much to explore.

Two connected ponds support Australian water birds such as Pacific black ducks and wood ducks, along with Murray River turtles. These water features are often overlooked by visitors despite providing vital habitat for local wildlife.

Location: South Australia

Inception: 1975

GPS coordinates: -35.02350,138.61000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:27