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Chrysanthemum Society of Victoria – cancelled due to COVID-19 – look out for their virtual tour

All is not lost! They are madly working on a plan to hold a “Virtual show” for our Chrysanthemum growers.

Growers will be invited to submit photographs, criteria to be advised, these will be judged by a qualified chrysanthemum judge and the results published on our facebook page and website.

It’s a work in progress, and so more details to follow.

Yarra Valley Autumn Plant Fair & Garden Expo – Wandin

Come and wander around over 1,000 plant varieties from specialist growers and you are sure to find some beauties for your home & garden. There will be a collection of peonies, roses, exotic herbs, succulents, indoor, bulbs, grafted natives, bamboo, rare perennials and trees and much more.

There are displays and demonstrations on garden tools, food and local wine and beer.

The guest speaker is Stephen Ryan – rate plant expert and regular gardening radio presenter.

Supporting the CFA.

125 Quayle Road, Wandin, Victoria 10am to 5pm.

For more information, visit www.yarravalleyplantfair.com.au.

The Growing Friends’ Autumn Plant Sale – Melbourne – cancelled due to COVID-19

Come and buy plants mainly sourced from the Royal Botanic Gardens. Many are not commonly available. Enliven your garden and balcony with living colour. Advice available from members and from the RBGV horticultural staff who are very willing to answer questions on the day.

Royal Melbourne Botanic Gardens, Inside Gate E, Birdwood Ave, South Yarra.

For more information, please phone (03) 9650 6390 or visit www.rbgfriendsmelbourne.org for a catalogue and more information.

Bonsai Exhibition – Victorian Native Bonsai Club 2020 – cancelled due to COVID-19

Australian Native Bonsai and native pre-bonsai stock, as well as pots and bonsai related goods, will be available for sale throughout the weekend.

Demonstrations throughout the weekend.

Preston Shire Hall, Corner of High St and Gower St, Preston

For more information please visit www.vicnativebonsai.com.au

Wagner’s Rose Nursery Open Day – changed to a virtual open day due to COVID-19

In place of there now cancelled Open Day for 2020, Wagner’s Rose Nursery will hold a Virtual Open Day, inviting everyone Australia-wide to join Brian and Benedetta for their live virtual tour of the nursery on their Facebook page, and Cindy Cross for a virtual workshop on how to prepare a bouquet and a floral arrangement with your roses.

For more information please  visit www.wagnersrosenursery.com.au.

Plants with a Heart Exhibition

Come stroll around a display of painting, drawings, prints, photos and sculptures (all for sale) inspired by a love of plants/

Lion Gate Lodge, The Royal Botanic Gardens, Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney

For more information, please phone (02) 9231 8182 or visit www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/whatson/plantswithaheart

Blue Lotus Water Garden

Spectacular Water Gardens.

Stroll through over 14 acres of beautiful gardens. See stunning lakes, spectacular fountains and plant exhibitions including the must-see Amazon water lily.

Fun for the kids, including the magical fairies and face painting.

Stop for a drink, ice-cream or meal in the cafe.

Open 10am to 5pm.

2628 Warburton Highway, Yarra Junction,  3797.

For more information, please visit www.bluelotusfarm.com.au or phone (03) 5967 2061.

All the Dirt – Podcast

Seasol is proud to sponsor “All the Dirt” podcast with Steve Wood Deryn Thorpe

Steve Wood and Deryn Thorpe combine decades of gardening, sustainability and environmental knowledge to create Australia’s most popular gardening podcast.

The podcast won the 2018 Horticultural Media Association of Australia award for the best audio presentation in Australia.

With 90 free podcasts, released fortnightly, the podcast is a relaxed chat with Deryn and Steve talking to horticultural, food and sustainability leaders about plants, the environment and food.

The podcast is available free on iTunes or from wherever you download your podcasts or from their website www.allthedirt.com.au.