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Rotorua Festival of Gardens

Sharon from Hamurana

I am so looking forward to hosting Special Guest - NZ gardening writer, broadcaster, columnist and television presenter, Lynda Hallinan over the Rotorua Festival of Gardens weekend 15th to 17th November. She tells me she had a bit of a whoops and is in a moon boot but looking forward to visiting some of our fantastic Rotorua gardens as well.

Lynda's planned Schedule:

Friday, 15th 5.30pm - Te Runanga Tea Rooms. .Presenting Gourmet Gardening: from plot to pantry. An edible gardening session where she will be sharing tips for growing edibles & her favourite recipes & preserving methods. Entry is by Ticket Only.
Devonshire Teas will be available to purchase before and after the presentation (Western Heights High School fundraiser)

Saturday, 16th 8.30am - Palmers Garden Centre. Fresh ideas for your garden using the best new plants together with old favourites. Lear some tricks & techniques and some eco-friendly options for pest & disease control. FREE EVENT

Sunday, 17th 9am to 11am - Farmers Market, CBD. Want a signed copy of Lynda's latest book or have a question? Come on down.

Tickets are available from:
McLeods Bookshop, Pukuatua St
Palmers Garden Centre, Sala St
Living Colour, Eruera St
Or online at: www.rotoruagardens.org.nz...

See you all Friday evening.

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