Awards and Merits
- In 1977, Eastwoodhill was the first arboretum in the world which was awarded as "a collection of outstanding merit" by the International Dendrology Society, with a bronze plaque set in rock commemorating the award.
- In 2004, the New Zealand Garden Trust recognised the Arboretum, including the Homestead Garden, as a Garden of National Significance.
- In 2005, Eastwoodhill was officially recognized as the National Arboretum of New Zealand, "a title used alongside the colours of the seasons for promotional fund-raising activities.
- In 2009, Eastwoodhill has won a Gold Award on Ellerslie Flowershow in Christchurch, with the exposition 'Acorn to Oak', designed by Debra Stewart.
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