Heritage Park is a rhododendron garden at 34 Haggerty Street in Kimbolton, Manawatū, rated 4.4 on Google from 51 reviews. Its website describes more than 2,000 rhododendron and azalea species and hybrids, along with magnolias, specimen trees, ponds and sculptures, open year-round from daylight to dusk for a small entry fee.
Garden visits are most colourful in spring, so plan for peak flowering in October and November if you want the full display. Wear sturdy shoes, since some paths are steep and can be slippery after rain. Many gardens rely on volunteers and entry fees to keep going, so a small donation or membership is a good way to support them.
For Manawatū families and garden lovers who want a seasonal stroll among rhododendrons and trees, Heritage Park on Haggerty Street is worth a visit.