Strathalbyn Garden Club

18/05/2026

We are looking forward to your company this Friday 22nd from 9.45am at the neighborhood center. Our guest speaker Andrew Barker, and founder of Grow Free -an international food sharing program will touch on some permaculture gardening methods used in his food garden and a new business that revolves around healthy food. Bring a plant, bring a mug. Love to see you there.

01/05/2026

Are you all crossing your fingers for some much needed rain this coming week?
And did you know that tomorrow Sat 2nd May is World Naked Gardening Day? Just think you can have a great wash while enjoying gardening 😁😅😇
Happy Gardening

21/04/2026

It’s hard to believe a month has passed, and we’re excited to gather again for plenty of garden-related offerings. This Friday 24th April at 9.45am Strath Neighborhood Centre, Parker Avenue. We will have our regular raffle, sales table, friendly people and a dose of inspiration. This month’s speaker is Helen Welsh from Country Herbals, who grows an impressive range of herbs, including rare varieties used in cooking, medicine, and dyes. With her decades of experience, there’s sure to be plenty to learn. And don’t forget your cup for morning tea!

24/03/2026

Greetings, gardeners. What a great start to Autumn with mild weather and rain. We look forward to seeing you this Friday, 27th March at 9:30am at the Neigbourhood Centre, Parker Ave. Deborah Jane Knoke - Midsummer Artistry is speaking on eco-dying. Please remember to bring your mug and any large plants for sale specifically for this Sunday's Garden Gala at Glenbarr, plus something for the table. All are welcome.

23/02/2026

Hi all!
We warmly welcome our members, potential members and visitors to our February Garden club meeting this coming Friday 27th February. 9.45am for 10am start.
We'll have a trading table groaning with plants plus our raffle tables full of plants and local produce!
@ Strathalbyn Neighbourhood Centre, Parker Ave.

BYO cup for morning tea then listen to this months' guest speaker:
Chris Scrase from Weald View gardens talking about fuchsias, their care and how to prune them.

14/01/2026

Welcome to an exciting new year filled with fantastic speakers and events. Our first 2026 meeting will be at the Neighborhood Centre on Friday, January 23rd, at 9:30 a.m. This month’s guest speaker is Janelle Robinson, presenting Kitchen Garden workshops on growing food in small spaces. Please remember to bring your own cup and a contribution for the raffle or sales table. Plants should be placed in a plastic bag to prevent drips. Arrive early to snag the best seats for prime plant selection. Newcomers are always welcome, and no matter your gardening level, you’re sure to leave inspired about all things garden-related.

28/11/2025

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. A very cheerful group of gardeners. Not sure if it is the company, the food or the door prizes. Very likely it is the excellent rainfall this week that made our gardens blooming lovely.

03/11/2025

A couple of events our gardeners might be interested in attending.

Nature & Gardens Connect us with Sophie Thomson: Thursday 27th November 10-11.30am, Strathalbyn Town Hall
Book here, $5 per person: https://events.humanitix.com/nature-and-gardens-connect-us-sophie-thomson

Discover, Taste, Grow: Native Foods with Neville Bonney: Tuesday 2nd December, 10.30am - 12 noon, Strathalbyn Community Centre (next to the library). Book here, $5 per person: https://events.humanitix.com/discover-taste-grow-native-foods-with-neville-bonney

If people would prefer to book over the phone, Sarah Ansell is the
Community Engagement Officer for Second Nature Conservancy Inc.
PO Box 674, Strathalbyn, SA 5255
Ph: 08 8536 5600
Mob: 0417 949 336
Web: https://www.secondnature.org.au
She can be contacted during the foloowing hours:
Mon and Wed 9-2.30, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9 - 4
0417949336.

Working closely with local community of Strathalbyn, Mount Barker, The Adelaide Hills and the Alexandrina Council Region in South Australia, Second Nature Conservancy protects and restores biodiversity and assists others to strategically manage natural resources; creating an environment where human

22/10/2025

Don't forget it's our Garden Club Meeting this coming Friday at 9.30am for a 10.00am start.
October's Meeting is the Bloom Competition so bring along your best blooms in any or all of the five categories. One entry in each category only.
They are - a single bloom, any variety: - a single rose: - a native: - a pot plant : - a photo.
All our members should have recieved their Newsletter via email, otherwise collect one at the door when you arrive.

21/09/2025

NEXT MEETING: Friday 26th September 2025- 9.30 for a 10am Start.
September Speaker is Carl Davey, Lily’s Lavender Farm – all things Lavender (26th September).
Our bus trip was fantastic! A few more treasures (bromeliads) to pop in the garden.
Happy gardening!!

17/09/2025

Dear Gardeners,

A friendly reminder to those that have booked a place on the bus.

Our day trip is on Friday 19th... yes only two more sleeps away. We will be leaving at 8:45 sharp from Coleman Tce (near the library). 1st stop is the Hackham Nursery, then lunch at the McLaren Vale Hotel (at your own expense), then after lunch we will visit the Aldinga Eco Village (with Bruce Munday - stone walls). We will arrive back at Strath at approximately 4:30 or 5pm.

You might like to bring a box or a sturdy bag (or 3) for any purchases so they stay protected and tidy on the bus.

Friday's weather forecast is for 18deg with a high chance of showers especially in the afternoon.

Looking forward to a day out 🌼