About Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden
The Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden is a public botanic garden in Dubbo, New South Wales, located on Coronation Drive near the city centre. Established by Dubbo Regional Council, it comprises four distinct gardens including the Shoyoen Japanese Garden, Biodiversity Garden, Sensory Garden and Oasis Valley. Notable for its sister-city Japanese design, native plant collections and tranquil landscaped settings, it serves as a horticultural, educational and recreational attraction for visitors to the Central West region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore four themed garden precincts set within landscaped grounds on the edge of central Dubbo. The Shoyoen Japanese Garden features traditional design elements including ponds, waterfalls, stone lanterns and teahouse structures. The Biodiversity Garden showcases regional native flora, the Sensory Garden offers tactile and fragrant plantings, and Oasis Valley provides open lawns and shade. Paved paths, bridges, seating areas and interpretive signage allow for leisurely walking, photography and picnicking in a tranquil setting.
Key highlights
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Shoyoen Japanese Garden designed with authentic Japanese landscape principles
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Biodiversity Garden showcasing plants of the Central West region of New South Wales
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Sensory Garden with fragrant, textured and accessible plantings