HIBA Gardens

“A person who plants a tree to shelter someone they will never meet, loves others more than themselves” (unknown).

We invite you to shelter in and enjoy our garden, which has grown over more than 27 years and celebrates life through a connection with people, history, flora, and fauna.

Hiba is a beautiful coastal property spanning 50 acres, with 25 acres of coastal and English gardens and 25 acres of natural reserve.

At Hiba we are privileged to be the custodians of this ancient land where the Nuenone indigenous people of Bruny Island lived.

Hiba is a garden for all seasons, structured to observe the natural corridors of wildlife and birdlife movements. Spring is heralded by the emergence of over a million daffodils and other bulbs, followed by the summer blooming of extensive herbaceous borders. The rich colours of Autumn precede the loss of foliage revealing the many structures that overtly feature in the Winter Garden. There are numerous artworks, bronzes, and statues installed throughout the garden to add intrigue and interest year round as the garden changes with the seasons.

The first structures built in the garden were the Lake and Lake House, which was constructed from timber salvaged from the old Hobart Wool store. The Rhododendron Walk features sandstone walls reconstructed by a French Stonemason with materials sourced from Colebrook Park, near Oatlands. Stringy Bark gumtrees, that survived the sawmilling days, grow tall. A memorial to a dear friend, and a folly invite reflection. Thirty-nine oak trees grown from acorns thrive.

A Canadian Embassy links Hiba to family from Prince Edward Island in Canada.

Hiba is a magnificent garden grown and lovingly tended by us and others.

Please walk, linger, and enjoy.