Victorian Bulb Society

Victorian Bulb Society The Victorian Bulb Society is a group of gardeners in Victoria, Australia who share a keen interest in bulbs, rhizomes, corms and tubers.

We meet on the 4th Wed of each month except Dec and Jan at 7.30pm at the Whitehorse Horticultural Centre, Vermont.

Victorian Bulb Society meeting this Wednesday 22nd October at 7.30pm 82 Jolimont Rd Forest Hill. We have the absolute pl...
21/10/2025

Victorian Bulb Society meeting this Wednesday 22nd October at 7.30pm 82 Jolimont Rd Forest Hill.

We have the absolute pleasure of welcoming Adrian Van Kampen of Club Creek Bulb Farm and esteemed past president of the society to present this month's talk, "Lilies Galore".
On a recent trip to Japan Adrian was fortunate enough to find 8 of the 11 beautiful species native to Japan and we'll join him on a guided tour of the islands as he recounts the journey of a lifetime.
This will be a special treat for anyone who loves bulbs and especially those who love species Lilium, a rare opportunity not to be missed!

Victorian Bulb Society meeting this Wednesday 24th September at 7.30pm 82 Jolimont Rd Forest Hill. We have the absolute ...
23/09/2025

Victorian Bulb Society meeting this Wednesday 24th September at 7.30pm 82 Jolimont Rd Forest Hill.
We have the absolute pleasure of welcoming the renowned Will and Christine Ashburner as presenters for an account of their journey with the ever-popular genus Narcissus! The Ashburners have owned and operated Hancocks Daffodils since the late 90s, during which time they have bred and released countless top-quality cultivars. A rare opportunity not to be missed! Visitors welcome.

Victorian Bulb Society meeting this Wednesday 27th August at 7.30pm 82 Jolimont Rd Vermont. We have the absolute pleasur...
25/08/2025

Victorian Bulb Society meeting this Wednesday 27th August at 7.30pm 82 Jolimont Rd Vermont. We have the absolute pleasure of welcoming Gilles Lardy as presenter for a exploration of the amazing genus Gladiolus! Gilles will discuss the distribution of species, cultivation and history of hybridisation. Not to be missed! Visitors always welcome.

Our topic for the July 2025 meeting were the fascinating and beautiful terrestrial orchids of Southern Australia, featur...
14/08/2025

Our topic for the July 2025 meeting were the fascinating and beautiful terrestrial orchids of Southern Australia, featuring the passionate Kyrill Harding as speaker. Kyrill has been traveling the countryside viewing and photographing these rare beauties for over 20 years and growing them for just as long. He is currently the Tuberbank Coordinator for The Australian Native Orchid Society Victoria, who make legally-sourced cultivated plants available to their members.
While not often considered by mainstream bulb growers these amazing plants fit well into the geophyte class and are an important part of broadening our horticultural horizons.
Our meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of the month and open at 7.30 for benching of display plants.
If you're interested in plants please come along to discover our wonderful world of bulbs. All welcome!

As we pass the winter solstice and the days start to grow slightly longer, that small shift is enough to make a big diff...
03/08/2025

As we pass the winter solstice and the days start to grow slightly longer, that small shift is enough to make a big difference in the garden! The first hint of the approaching spring is seen with an increasing number of Crocus and other spring beauties making a welcome appearance.
Here's a selection of the amazing bulbs we enjoyed through late June to July.
If you love bulbs or would like to learn more about them, why not drop in to a meeting of the Victorian Bulb Society at 7.30 pm on the fourth Wednesday of the month, at 82 Jolimont Rd Vermont 3133... See what we can offer you!

Our topic for the June 2025 meeting were the amazing and beautiful tuberous Gesneriads, featuring the incredibly knowled...
28/07/2025

Our topic for the June 2025 meeting were the amazing and beautiful tuberous Gesneriads, featuring the incredibly knowledgeable Randall Robinson as speaker. Randall is well-known in many different plant circles for his expertise and cultivation skills.
While not often considered by mainstream bulb growers these amazing plants fit well into the geophyte class and are an important part of broadening our horticultural horizons.
Our meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of the month and open at 7.30 for benching of display plants.
If you're interested in plants please come along to discover our wonderful world of bulbs. All welcome!

Bulbs add a special interest to the garden throughout the year, especially at times when not much else is happening. Her...
26/07/2025

Bulbs add a special interest to the garden throughout the year, especially at times when not much else is happening.
Here's some of the beauties that brightened up our early winter world through late May to June.
If you love bulbs or would like to learn more about them, why not drop in to a meeting of the Victorian Bulb Society at 7.30 pm on the fourth Wednesday of the month, at 82 Jolimont Rd Vermont 3133... See what we can offer you!

Our topic for the May 2025 meeting were the weird and wonderful tuberous Aroids, featuring the fabulous Rob McLure as sp...
24/07/2025

Our topic for the May 2025 meeting were the weird and wonderful tuberous Aroids, featuring the fabulous Rob McLure as speaker. Rob has a fascination with these plants which spans decades.
Our meetings are held on the 4th Wednesday of the month and open at 7.30 for benching of display plants.
If you're interested in plants please come along to discover our wonderful world of bulbs. All welcome!

Rob Mc

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82 Jolimont Road
Vermont
3133

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+61439697455

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