The Hamilton Gardens has just been given a $2.5 million grant from the Lottery Significant Projects Fund.

The money will be used to create another four themed gardens, the Mansfield, Concept, Picturesque and Surrealist.

It'll also help fund a much needed car park extension.

Mayor Julie Hardaker said the grant means they've now got three quarters of the funding needed for the project, which is fantastic news for Hamilton.