A truly unique experience
Picturesque, unique, and peaceful; this is Highlands Wildflower Farm.
A 45-minute drive from Melbourne in the beautiful Moorabool Shire, not far from the regional town of Bacchus Marsh. Highlands Wildflower Farm is a living, breathing, working farm that grows and sells quality native wildflowers. Wander the formal gardens and wildflower meadow, stroll along the biolink, and indulge the senses.
Since establishing Highlands Wildflower Farm, Steve and Holly, have specialised in the supply of cut native wildflowers to the Melbourne flower market. With a magnificent array of native species, this vibrant farm is a uniquely Australian destination where you can experience the wonder and beauty of our native flora and wildlife in a tranquil setting.
Capture your special day
Highlands Wildflower Farm host specials events in the solace of the serene and beautiful natural country setting sitting at the southern edge of the Lerderderg State Park. It’s prominent location affords unique 360 degree panorama views of the adjoining, State Park, Mt Blackwood and rolling pristine green countryside.
Situated in the picturesque and serene rural landscape to the Northeast of Bacchus Marsh. The gardens and wildflower meadow are the perfect setting for weddings and wedding photography. The picturesque backdrop of the surrounding natural bushlands and farmlands allows you to capture your special day that will be treasured for many years.
Wildlife sanctuary
Take a stroll along Korkuperrimul Creek and the Myrniong Biolink, located along the western boundary of the property. The aim of the biolink is to restore ecological connectivity to encourage the movement of wildlife and allow for genetic diversity in breeding populations to ensure long term viability of isolated species. Steve and Holly are dedicated to the preservation and protection of vital native habitats and the animals that depend on them. At Highlands Wildflower Farm, working with nature and celebrating the beauty of native wildflowers is part of their creed. They actively support and practice regenerative farming practices that work with nature.
Highlands Wildflowers Farm is rich with local history and embraces the natural environment in which it sits. Local wildlife roam freely on the property and on most days the local family of wedged tailed eagles can be seen hovering above.
Australian wildflowers
At it’s heart the Farm grows and celebrates the natural beauty of native flowers and their unique individuality is reflected in each stem.
Holly and Steve were inspired by their yearly cross state travels around Western Australia’s wildflower hotspots and they have reflected that experiences where they grow a broad range of natives including:, Waratah, Leucospermum, Leucadendron, Eucalyptus, Boronia, Wax Flowers, Kangaroo Paws and Proteas.
Historic accommodation
Highlands Wildflower Farm celebrates the rich and long history of the property founded in 1895 by Scottish immigrants, William Purves and his wife Agnes Robertson, who bestowed the name as part of a homage to their homeland as well as a reflection of the properties setting. For almost half a century the Robertson’s managed a 14,000 acre farm with over 10,000 sheep. At Highlands they build the original homestead in 1905 and the sandstone caretaker’s cottage which dates back to the late 19th century.
The Sandstone Caretakers Cottage and the “Red” Cottage will be available for short stay accommodation.
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