Sunday Sep 3, 2017 - Botanical Bazaar Gold Coast Gardening Expo
74 Billabirra Crescent, Nerang QLD 4211, Australia
Country Paradise Parklands, Nerang, map
9am-5pm, Entry $5-$15
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Get Buzzing at the Botanical Bazaar!
The Botanical Bazaar Gold Coast Gardening Expo, supported by Tropical Fruit World is a fully interactive green event aimed to educate and inspire all ages of nature lovers.
This one-of-a-kind expo brings urban gardening, creative ideas and sustainable living to garden enthusiasts of all levels. Take home new gardening ideas and expert advice, fall in love with botanical homewares and art, have the ability to purchase a variety of plants.
Come and learn how to grow your own food, how to attract butterflies and birds to your backyard or how to make your own cheese. See locally made vertical gardens, aquaponics and botanical art, learn about composting or how to maintain Native/European bees (including the Flowhive), get access to a variety of eco items to help you live a more sustainable life.
EDUCATION
Information about the unusual and mysterious world of botanics will be shared at our education sessions. There are inspiring workshops presented by various gardening experts such as Costa from ABC Gardening Australia, Phil Dudman, Claire Bickle and many more. Plus gardeners passionate about their individual areas of interest available to answer your questions. A full program with timetable will be on the website closer to event date.
PLANTS GALORE
There will be a large selection of plants to purchase on the day some of which include frangipanis, geraniums, bromeliads, airplants, natives, succulents, staghorns and herbs. Plus orchids, tropical plants, fruit trees and even the beautiful vireya rhododendrons. The list goes on and on!
MR FOTHERGILL’S KIDS HUB, HOSTED BY NATURA EDUCATION
Kids will be entertained with plenty of interactive activities at the ‘Mr Fothergill’s Kids Hub’, hosted by Natura Education. They can make their own nature crafts, walk inside a butterfly enclousure, learn about (and touch!) snakes, be inspired to recycle and compost. Plus they get to take home their own free gift.
LOCATION
Held at the picturesque Country Paradise Parklands encompassed by 13hectares of nature surrounds. The Parklands at Nerang host large undercover facilities and beautiful outdoor areas, including community gardens, River Keepers wetlands group, healing hooves horse rehibilitation and more. Enjoy this spectacular facility in the heart of the Gold Coast with friends and family. Why not stay the day and grab a bite to eat from one of the delicious local food operators.
EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED!
The Botanical Bazaar is about bringing creative ideas, sustainable living alternatives and everyday gardening concepts to the Gold Coast. There will be a few green surprises on the day, so purchase your tickets early not to miss out!
Delicious food and drink available for purchase on the day.
Purchase your entry tickets from link or visit www.botanicalbazaar.com.au