Jane Deans had planted 100 blue gums in 1862 on the property.

At 22:12 26th Oct 2011, Jane Dean wrote: WOW, this could only be produced by the BBC - it was first-class, stunning, with so many beautiful unbelievable images!

Riccarton House was the homestead commissioned by Jane Deans in circa 1855.

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Jane Deans (née McIlraith, 21 April 1823 - 19 January 1911) was a New Zealand founding mother and community leader.

Jane Deans remained at the farm in Riccarton for the rest of her life.

A memorial seat for Jane Deans is placed at the top of the Bridle Path near the Canterbury Pioneer Women's Memorial.