Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

24/08/2026

On now in the Gatekeeper’s Cottage: Gillanders Gondwana, The blooming of Woodbank Gardens.

A collection of botanical artworks from members of Botaniko + Friends. Open daily 10:00am-3:00pm until 30 August.

24/08/2026

National Biosecurity Week | Safeguarding Australia Together

Botanic gardens play a critical role in protecting Australia's plants from emerging pests and diseases.

Globally they contain an estimated 30% of all known plant species, making them valuable sentinel sites that can help detect new biosecurity threats before they become widespread.

At the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, we're proud to be part of Plant Health Australia's Botanic Gardens and Arboreta Surveillance Network, helping monitor for high-priority plant pests and diseases that threaten native flora, horticulture and agriculture.

As part of our biosecurity surveillance work, some of the sentinel species that we regularly inspect include:
🌿 willow myrtle (Agonis flexuosa)
🌳 oriental plane (Platanus orientalis)
🍃 English oak (Quercus robur)
🌹 Rosa 'Edelweiss'
🍇 white mulberry (Morus alba)

These plants help us identify signs of pests and diseases that could pose risks to Tasmania and Australia. Explore these plants through our Flora Map database, accessible via the RTBG website.

25/06/2026

12/06/2026

A fantastic feature in the Financial Times highlighting Bird in Hand’s Tasmanian ventures, including their latest expansion in partnership with the Botanical Gardens.

Read the full article: https://www.ft.com/content/96163778-8796-4810-b8e1-8997baf15a40

10/06/2026

Something BIG is sprouting this June… 🌱
Join us for a special anniversary edition of 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁 as we celebrate 15 years of the Australian Seed Bank Partnership.

With presentations from scientists across our network, expect stories from the vaults, conservation wins, and a look at the future of seed banking in Australia 👀

📅 24 June 2026
⏰ 12:30pm AEST / 10:30 AWST
👉 Register: https://tinyurl.com/PlantChat6



Botanic Gardens of Sydney Australian National Botanic Gardens Adelaide Botanic Garden South Australian Seed Conservation Centre Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria RBGV Science Kings Park and Botanic Garden Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia

27/05/2026

Update: The Botanical Shop is now open, a little earlier than expected!

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The Botanical Shop will be closed Thursday 28 & Friday 29 May, reopening Saturday 30 May.

We apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you this weekend.

11/05/2026

Conservatory Closed for Restoration

The Conservatory is currently undergoing a major restoration to ensure its longevity for future generations. The project includes the installation of a new roof, as well as upgrades to the flooring, windows, doors, electrical systems, and supporting structure. This is the first significant restoration of the building since its original construction in 1939.

Scheduled to reopen in spring 2026, we look forward to welcoming you back into this renewed and inspiring space.

Thank you for your interest and support as the transformation unfolds.

For project updates, visit - https://gardens.tas.gov.au/current-projects

08/05/2026

Couldn't make it out of the city to see the turning of the fagus? You can still experience breathtaking autumn hues at the Botanical Gardens. Visit before the leaves fall.

📸Rosie Hastie

05/05/2026

We are excited to launch a new way to explore the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens.

Discover the diversity of the Botanical Garden's plant collection with our Flora Map. Use this interactive tool to explore species names, locations, and visual guides throughout the Botanical Gardens.

Available on any device, access Flora Map anytime via our website, or scan a QR code upon arrival.

Explore Flora Map: https://gardens.tas.gov.au/visit/flora-map

04/05/2026

Botanic Gardens Week is coming up, and this year’s theme is Where Your Health Grows. In a world full of pressure and distraction, botanic gardens offer a natural boost for wellbeing - a place to feel calmer, move more, and reconnect with people and nature.

𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲

Join the national challenge organised by Bganz to grow your health and go in the running to win one of 12 prizes! Throughout May, simply visit any botanic garden and complete at least one of the wellbeing actions.

To enter the competition, register via the link below. Each visit to the Botanical Gardens will make you eligible to submit an additional entry. The challenge is open until 31 May 2026.

https://www.bganz.org.au/.../grow-your-health-challenge/