WITH the weather beginning to improve and the sun out and shining, we are all turning our minds towards the outdoors and our gardens.
One way to enjoy the better weather is to get along to the Billabong Garden Expo on the weekend of October 6 and 7.
The expo will provide the opportunity to ask an expert about all things gardening, plant health, companion planting, screening and more as well demonstrations, advice on the Queensland Fruit Fly prevention and control and displays for ideas and inspiration for your own garden. The annual potted succulent competition is back by popular demand, which carries with it a $200 Billabong voucher for the winner, and entries are open now.
Billabong manager, Tracy Lamont said, “The expo is an extension of Billabong’s popular annual ‘succulent show’ and will provide the opportunity for the community to come together regardless of age, ability or cultural background to learn more about the joy of gardens and gardening and to promote the numerous benefits of horticulture therapy.
“This year, our display garden will be a ‘Potager Garden,’ or otherwise known as a French kitchen garden. Attendees will be able to gain inspiration from the display of intermingling vegetables, fruits, flowers and herbs that are Potager gardens, that have been used since medieval times.”
Entries into the Potted Succulent Competition close on September 14 and entry forms can be obtained from Billabong or on the Billabong website.
For further information, drop into Billabong Garden Complex at 295 Numurkah Road, Shepparton or phone 5821 8632.
