Coliban Springs

Coliban Springs is a tranquil five-acre garden, set in the middle of a 200-acre sheep property, just ten minutes out of the historic central Victorian township of Redesdale. Owners Kathy Hall and Rod Gibson have spent nearly 20 years creating an oasis from a bare paddock.

“We have very hot, dry summers and frosty winters,” says Kathy. “So from the beginning, we planned a drought-resistant garden filled with mostly natives. We have no straight lines. Gravel paths meander from one room to another, where there is usually a place to sit and watch or a little sculpture to contemplate.”

The majority of plants in the garden have been grown from cuttings or seeds that have proven their ability to thrive in the tough environment, including the Xanthorrhoea garden. These grass trees were planted from seeds collected by Kathy and Rod in 2006. The success of these plants is one of their proudest garden achievements.

Other highlights include a kitchen garden, a wedding terrace, a native grass circle garden, two circular lawns, a lake-viewing area, and a vine-shaded entertainment area. Children will enjoy the chickens, the fishpond, and pet sheep, while bird lovers are also in for a treat with over 80 species spotted at the property.

Tickets are available online at https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1187445

Coliban Springs is located on the lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung people. Open Gardens Victoria wish to acknowledge the Traditional custodians of this land and we pay respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.