Reconstructing the 1880 garden

22 February, 2011 12:29 by Anne

Over the past 4 weeks the reconstructed 1880 garden has been revealing itself day by day. 

Irrigation, plants, turf, plinths, urns, cast iron gate posts and lamps, have appeared while final wiring and plumbing takes place to get the underground water tank into operation.  Soon historic fountains will be filled and operational, and the newly planted gardens, irrigated from tank water.  The 1,350,000 litre water tank is currently full and overflowing from the higher than average January rainfall.

Western Forecourt Garden from South West corner
Image: Anne Diplock
Source: Museum Victoria

Detail of North garden bed looking towards Rathdowne Street
Image: Anne Diplock
Source: Museum Victoria

Heritage items: cast iron lamps, ceramic urns
Image: Anne Diplock
Source: Museum Victoria

Historic Cast Iron Gate Posts
Image: Anne Diplock
Source: Museum Victoria

Historic lamps begin to be installed - keep your eyes out for decorative detail to come
Image: Anne Diplock
Source: Museum Victoria

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Kate C 28 Feb 2011 09:00

Thanks for your comment Dave. Discovery Centre will be in touch with you soon about your feedback.

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Kate C 11 Mar 2011 09:21

Hi James,

There are no new fountains - Anne is talking about the French Fountain on the Nicholson St end which has been dry for many years due to drought. There's a bit more info on this MV Blog post.

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