Flower show, plant sale a blooming success

THE annual Australian Plant Society Heathcote Flower Show and Plant Sale, held last weekend, has become more than a floral display.

The society invites community members and groups to join them at Barrack Reserve Hall each year to create a special event.

“More than 430 people visited the show on Saturday,” said secretary Tania Biagioni. “It was marvellous.

Australian Plant Society Heathcote secretary Tania Biagioni, with photo judge Rogert Johannsen and president Allan Tinker.

“I would like to thank all the volunteers, stall holders, both primary schools and the McIvor Times.

“The children’s artwork was amazing and lifted the whole vibe of the venue.

“We will be giving each child who created a picture a plant to encourage the next generation to explore the healing aspects of gardening.

Matilda Osicka was one of the many students who had their artwork on display at the show.

“We had $1000 worth of prizes in our raffle, donated by our generous community. Congratulations to our seven winners.

“As well as our displays of native plants, we had some amazing creations from Heathcote Artists Inc and Heathcote writers.

“Our photo competition was judged by local professional photographer Rogert Johannsen. First and second prizes were awarded to Rhyannon and third prize to Marlene.

Pam Loney was one of the plant society members who treated stall holders to a delicious morning tea and lunch.

“All money raised will go towards our Heathcote Native Garden project.

“It was such a wonderful day. How blessed we are to live in such an amazing town with so many gorgeous people.”

Following the success of their anthology launched at last year’s show, Heathcote Writers’ Playgroup joined with Heathcote U3A Writing Group to produce another anthology with a nature theme.

The anthology contains stories and poems members have written throughout the year.

Sue Bier has several poems featured in the combined anthology produced by Heathcote Writers’ Playgroup and Heathcote U3A Writing Group especially for the show.

Priced at $8 per copy it is available from Sandra on 0459 023 481 or meet the Heathcote Writers’ Playgroup on Tuesday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm.

Raffle prize donors included IGA, Mitre 10, Segafredos, McIvor meats, Palling Bros Brewery, Capture Your Essence, Union Hotel, Red Edge Winery, Heathcote Winery, Saarinen Organics and Habitat Native Nursery.

Anyone who would like more information about the Australian Plant Society Heathcote can email [email protected] or phone 0425 707 606.