Monthly Meetings

Rhododendrons

Andrew Rouse

Andrew Rouse, President of the Rhododendron Society, has invited us to visit his own garden in Hawthorn East, to include a talk on rhododendrons from Andrew. Arrangements Travel will be by car pooling from the clubrooms after a short meeting, with easy access and street parking Arrive in time for...

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The Importance of trees

Dr Greg Moore OAM

Greg is the chair of the National Trust Register for Significant Trees Committee and a tireless advocate fro Australia's tree heritage. "Urban trees are vital for sustainable, liveable cities." Greg has a specific interest in all aspects of the cultivation and management of trees and during a...

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Melton Botanic Garden

Max Thompson

Jenny warmly welcomed Max Thompson who gave an inspirational talk on the establishment of the Melton Botanic Garden and the voluntary work carried out by the Friends of Melton Botanic Garden team. The Garden opened in 2017, covers 27 hectares including a lake and features some 2000 dryland species...

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2025 Program

2025 PROGRAM OF TRIPS AND SPEAKERS: Thursdays 13 Feb - Growing Food Without a Veggie patch (Craig Castree) 13 Mar - Melton Botanic Garden (Max Thompson) 26 Mar - 30 Mar - MELB. INTERNATIONAL FLOWER & GARDEN SHOW 10 Apr - The Importance of trees (Greg Moore) 17 Apr - BLUE LOTUS, YARRA...

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Growing Food Without a Veggie Patch

Craig Castree

Craig Castree: Edible Gardens  Jenny Trevitt welcomed guest speaker Craig Castree, an experienced horticulturalist and author.  Craig encouraged members to ‘take up the edible garden challenge.’ He explained that regenerative gardening rather than monoculture is a more sustainable...

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