- Native plant sale happening at Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens on 26 September
- Purchase from a selection of 1500 locally grown plants
- Drop into the Orchid House with extended weekend opening hours
Orchid and native plant lovers will be spoilt for choice when Fraser Coast Regional Council’s popular plant sale blooms this weekend, offering residents an affordable way to create a garden inspired by the Fraser Coast.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said Council will be hosting a native plant sale in the Botanic Gardens carpark on Saturday September 26 from 8:30am to midday and also selling locally grown orchids from the Orchid House over the entire weekend.
“Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this is a fantastic opportunity to pick up quality plants, learn from local experts and be inspired by one of the region’s most impressive floral displays,” he said.
“A range of approximately 1500 native plants will be available for sale, including melaleucas, local koala food trees, a selection of rainforest species from our region and the iconic Kauri Pine – the official tree of the Fraser Coast.
“Plants in tubes will be available for just $3, while more mature stock in super tubes can be purchased for $5.”
Cr Seymour said the sale was a chance for residents to support local biodiversity.
“All of these plants are grown through Council’s Community Environment Program nursery and are the same species used in revegetation projects across our parks and natural areas,” he said.
“The Orchid House is not normally open to the public on weekends, so this is a great opportunity for residents and visitors to come along, pick up some affordable plants and explore our renowned collection of more than 5,500 plants from 85 different orchid groups.”
Council Plant Sale opening hours:
Native Plant Sale – Saturday 26 September, 8:30am to midday, Botanic Gardens carpark
Orchid House extended opening hours – Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September, 9am to midday
Find out more here: https://www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/plant-sale
*Article and image supplied by Fraser Coast Regional Council
