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Welcome to Open Gardens Victoria
OGV was launched in 2015 and is a not-for-profit organisation that opens beautiful private gardens for the community to enjoy. We actively promote the benefits of gardens and gardening and support horticultural, educational and community projects through our Giving program. Some of the proceeds from our garden openings are donated to various charities, of a garden owners choice.
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Our Giving Program
2025 Giving Program: Applications now closed!
Did you know that Open Gardens Victoria has an annual Giving Program? If you have a horticultural project in mind that falls within one of our giving arms (Education, Wellness, Innovation, Community, and Sustainability), require funding, and meet our stated criteria, up to $10K can be applied for.
Applications for our 2025 Giving Program have now closed. Watch this space for the announcement of the successful applicants.
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Extreme Weather Policy
We have an extreme weather policy which follows the weather warnings provided by the Victorian Emergency Services and we may make the decision to cancel a garden opening.
You can read more here.
Jane Barrett's Natural Pool
News - 26 March 2025
One of our selectors, Jane Barrett, recently shared photos of her natural pool that is such an inspiration! Read on to find out what plants have been a success!
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