Is there a more breathtaking oasis than the Blue Lotus Water Garden? At more than 50,000 square metres in size and covered by a multitude of water lilies and lotus flowers that are spread across dozens of picturesque ponds and two lakes, we don't think so. It's the ideal spot to take a stroll around the gardens and peek inside the four greenhouses that grow rare plants – including the Giant Amazon Lily, the world’s largest lily species.
Even though it's only a 90-minute drive from Melbourne, the gardens feel thoroughly tropical thanks to the palms, lagoons and waterfall (yep, there's even a waterfall). Aside from the huge water lily display, Blue Lotus Water Garden also features a colourful selection of perennial flowers, a highly 'grammable bridge walk over the largest lake, plenty of native plants and wildlife, a café and barbecue area.
It's all a bit magical, an element amplified by the fairy garden and dragon sculptures that the kids are guaranteed to love. This top-notch garden is a seasonal display garden, meaning it’s only open for a very short time throughout the year. The next water lily season starts on December 26, 2025, and will run until April 19, 2026.
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