IT has been said that ‘Mother Nature’s Masterpiece is the orchid,’ and with many beautiful varietals coming into full bloom in September, it is the perfect time to be dazzled by their colours and intoxicated by their fragrances.
With many varietals on display including over 250 display plates, the Goulburn Valley Orchid Club’s Spring Spectacular promises to delight the whole family. Presented at Kialla Paceway on Saturday, September 24 from 9am – 4pm and Sunday, September 25 from 10am – 3pm, the Spring Spectacular has something for everyone.
In competition, seasonal favourites will be on show as well as native and exotic blooms. Orchid aficionados can look out for Cynbidiums, Cattleyas, Laelia, Oidium, Zygopetalum, Vandas and many more.
Inspired patrons will also be able to buy their own orchids and hand-crafted iron works for the garden, with multiple retailers present.
Over the weekend, floral art, orchid photography and orchid themed boards and baskets will be showcased while potting demonstrations and expert talks will provide sound advice to growers.
Goulburn Valley Club president, Chris Ibbotson says of the Spring Spectacular,
“It doesn’t matter if you have one orchid or even none, the show is all about having people enjoy the beautiful orchids and their fragrances. When you walk into the show, you can’t help but say, ‘Oh, wow!’ People are aways so surprised by how many different types and colours there are.”
With light lunches and raffles rounding out the weekend, entry is just $5. Kialla Paceway is on the Goulburn Valley Highway.
