QUIZ: Nature city

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Quiz: Nature city

Time to get out and about in the city’s natural spaces - can you answer these quiz questions?

The Harry Ell Walkway starts at the Sign of the Takahe and finishes at the Sign of the Kiwi. How long is this track?
Two miniature date palms in the entrance of Cuningham House in the Botanic Gardens are thought to be around 100 years old. How tall do you think they are?
How many community gardens are there in Ōtautahi/Christchurch; that are filled with wonderful volunteers growing for their community?
The O Tāne Aotearoa/New Zealand Gardens were established in the Botanic Gardens between 1910 and 1927. What canopy of mature trees would you now enjoy strolling under?
Rhododendron Island on the Ōtākaro/Avon river was planted by the Reverend of St Michaels and All Angel's Church in the early 1900s. What type of trees did he plant?
The Heritage Rose Garden was established in the early 1950s in the Botanic Gardens with an extensive collection of old garden, modern and wild roses. What is the best time to visit this delightful garden?
The unique Hinewai Reserve on Banks Peninsula is 1250 hectares of regenerating native vegetation and wildlife. When was the first land purchased for this impressive reserve?
In November 2012 Sir Miles Warren donated Ōhinetahi to the nation. Where would you find this outstanding garden?
The Christchurch Botanic Gardens is a popular spot for both locals and visitors to the city. How many visitors do the gardens get yearly?
Pūtaringamotu/Riccarton Bush is a predator-free bush of kahikatea, totara, matai and hinau. How old are some of these trees?
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