From local Saturday morning gardening talkback to 'Gardening Australia' on ABC television, the ABC supports and recognises 'gardening' as one of Australia's most popular pastimes. Details of gardens opening for the Scheme are broadcast on ABC Radio around Australia. All the Scheme's income is derived from these entry fees - it receives no other financial support. After operating costs, surplus funds are distributed to the community as grants to garden-related projects. In addition, the Scheme has substantially funded its own national expansion.
Gardening is one of Australia's most popular leisure activities.
Each year around 300,000 adults and countless thousands of children visit our gardens. Visiting our gardens is an inexpensive and rewarding experience. Children under 18 accompanied by an adult are admitted free of charge. The greatest knowledge and inspiration comes from seeing the work of other gardeners and being able to talk to them. Whether you are a novice or an expert, garden visiting is the best way to get new design ideas, to discover new plants and rediscover old favourites.