Have you ever wondered what it’s like to step inside one of Australia’s leading Herbarium's to discover a collection of more than one million plant specimens? Or to uncover the hidden world of Putricia, the Gardens’ famous Corpse Flower, alongside our Director of Horticulture and Chief Scientist?
This December, Foundation & Friends of the Botanic Gardens will open the doors to a world few ever get to see, offering a collection of rare, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in our first–ever Behind the Garden Gate Online Auction to celebrate and support the plants, science, and incredible experts who make it all possible.
From a private Orchid House tour at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney to a personal consultation with one of our horticultural experts in your very own garden, these experiences are designed to be meaningful and memorable, connecting you more deeply with the Gardens while supporting the Botanic Gardens of Sydney’s mission to protect Australia’s biodiversity.
But hurry! These exclusive experiences are limited, in high demand, and sure to sell fast. Place your bid or make a purchase today to experience the Botanic Gardens of Sydney like never before.
Place your bid from 10am, Monday 1 December! Bidding closes 8pm, Sunday 14 December 2025.
Place your bid from 1 December
