Eumundi Voice - Issue 107, 28 November 2024

BUSINESS NEWS

Where happiness is in our nature

For 50 years Fairhill Nursery and Gardens have been a haven and inspiration for local gardeners and nature lovers. Established by Alex and Barbara Hansa – planting mainly from seed – the gardens have taught generations about native flora. Visitors can enjoy the Botanical Gardens’ walks while taking photos, spotting amazing birds and collecting memories.

Now with new owner Angela Wright and her team, the gardens take on a renewed sparkle with a special welcome for families –including dogs –and the promise “Where Happiness is in our Nature”.

There are garden games, plenty of shady places to sit, paths to wander and new plants to discover with horticulturalists Mel and Vanessa.

Chefs Fraser and Dan along with their team in The Courtyard Cafe and Bar, create seasonal local menus using produce direct from Angela’s nearby farm and other local sources – truly ‘paddock to plate’. Innovative dishes use freeranged eggs, paddock-raised pork, specialty bush tucker relishes, chutneys and preserves. There are delicious pastries and cakes with Devonshire clotted cream using Angela's family recipes. Picnics and platters can be provided, and the setting is beautiful for gatherings. The nursery provides a vast variety of native plants for sale such as grafted grevilleas, cottage garden style flowers, houseplants and advice on care. Special relishes, jams and honey are available in the Farm Shop.

The gardens are on Fairhill Rd, Ninderry. Open from 8am-4.30pm (closed on Tuesday and Wednesday). Visit: fairhill.com.au. Eileen Walder