With its clear-cut backdrop of the Port Hills, Christchurch is a stunning city at any time of year. During the Festival of Flowers the spectacle is even more magnificent.

Mar 6, 2009 - Lyn Rasmussen

New Zealand has a wide variety of native trees suited to the home garden. Many can be purchased and successfully grown in countries around the world.

Jul 28, 2011 - Sally Putan

For more than 100 years thermal bathing has attracted tourists to Rotorua. The Government Gardens were developed to complement the original hospital and mineral baths.

Oct 28, 2009 - Lyn Rasmussen

Rotorua artist Janet Keen found inspiration for her mosaic garden in an unlikely place. A visit to public conveniences led her to create her living work of art.

Dec 16, 2008 - Lyn Rasmussen

With an approximate population of 400,000, Christchurch is the second largest city in New Zealand and the biggest city in the South Island.

Jul 26, 2010 - Debbie Roome

No capital city is further south than Wellington in New Zealand. Here are some facts and information about Te Papa, the harbour, Maori history and more.

Feb 25, 2007 - David Whitley

Forget bungy jumping in Queenstown - head for the south island's stunning eastern coast, and discover everything New Zealand has to offer, from city to sea.

Sep 10, 2010 - Nicole Mansour

Five places not to miss when visiting New Zealand's South Island.

Jul 5, 2010 - Sally Putan

Home to some of NZ's most precious wildlife and the country's only castle, Otago Peninsula is a must see New Zealand travel destination near Dunedin.

Apr 18, 2010 - Karen Arnold

Growing the edible red Brazilian pineapple, Ananas bracteatus, in New Zealand provides a viable commercial crop for flowers and also potentially for fruit.

Jul 25, 2011 - Theresa Sjoquist

The Huanui Chalets Postnatal Retreat is a first in NZ. Run by Mike and Joy Pyle, the chalet provides new parents with a retreat to bond with their newborn

May 5, 2011 - Theresa Sjoquist

Christchurch in New Zealand is home base for tourists wanting to see all that the South Island has to offer. This little city offers culture and an English experience.

Nov 19, 2009 - James Parsons

Brief discussion of kumara growing in NZ by Maori, gardening in the ancient Maori way, and the re-establishment of the ancient Rekamarauroa kumara strain.

Aug 9, 2010 - Theresa Sjoquist

Red-flowered pohutukawa (Metrosideros excelsa), a native New Zealand tree belonging to the Myrtle plant family, is a N. Z. symbol. Pohutukawa is useful for landscaping.

Dec 1, 2008 - Georgene A. Bramlage

Discover beautiful New Zealand visiting cruise ports on cruise itineraries that showcase the best of the country's cities, beaches and scenery.

Jul 22, 2010 - Wendy Craig

Charlie B's and Stonehurst are two economical hostels in Christchurch NZ. Cathedral Square, bus and train connections and the Cultural Precinct are easily accessible.

Mar 13, 2010 - Lyn Rasmussen

New Zealanders love nothing better than a traditional kiwi barbeque during the summer. Bread, pasta, chicken, sausages, salads, dessert - it's all there.

Mar 4, 2011 - Esma Holden

Stroll across the Otago Peninsula to spot colonies of penguins and seals, indulge your taste buds at Cadbury World, or marvel at the complexities of nature.

Aug 24, 2011 - Sharlene Almond

When the New Zealand All Blacks perform the haka, rugby spectators worldwide are beguiled by this dance which has its origins in early Maori times.

Nov 24, 2008 - Ruth Mortimer