Totara Waters is a two-acre subtropical garden at 89 Totara Road in Whenuapai, on the upper Waitematā Harbour. Peter and Jocelyn Coyle began developing it in 1999, and it is known for rare and unusual plants, palms, bromeliads, aloes and agaves, along with a bonsai collection and garden art. The garden was recently recognised as one of New Zealand's Gardens of National Significance, and the website says it has been featured in New Zealand and overseas garden magazines.
The garden is open to garden clubs, social clubs and bus and coach tours, and the owners sell bromeliads and other subtropical plants with expert advice on hand. The website describes it as a place to enjoy and be inspired, and as a source of ideas for visitors designing their own gardens.