PACK A PICNIC AND ENJOY THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GARDENS IN QUEENSLAND. WHAT BETTER WAY TO SPEND TIME WITH YOUR DEARLY BELOVED THAN BY STROLLING HAND-IN-HAND IN HARMONY WITH NATURE?
Rose for romance
The rose is associated with romance, which makes a trip to the Queensland State Rose Garden the perfect place to express your love this Valentine’s Day. The gardens are home to more than 1500 rose bushes – both heritage and modern hybrid varieties. These gorgeous gardens are perfect for picnics and barbecues are also available.
Address: 147 Taylor Street, Newtown
For more information: qldstaterosegarden.com
A yen for Japan
With three kilometres of walking trails and more than 200 species of Japanese and Australian trees and plants, you will fall in love with this garden. One of Australia’s largest and most traditionally designed Japanese stroll gardens, it will evolve and become more beautiful over time – just like your love.
Address: Parking area 5, University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba City
For more information: unisq.edu.au/about-unisq/locations/toowoomba/japanese-garden
Make tracks to Spring Bluff
The stunning gardens around the historic Spring Bluff Railway Station are a destination in their own right. The gardens were created by station master Ralph Kirsop and his wife Lillian between the 1930s and 1940s in response to a Queensland Railways’ garden beautification competition. The terraced gardens are the ideal spot for a picnic.
Address: Murphy’s Creek Road, Spring Bluff
For more information: springbluff.com.au