Victorian Branch: Summer Walk & Talk at Malvern Public Gardens with John Hawker
5 December @ 4:45 pm AEDT
This 8-acre reserve was originally the site of a natural spring once used by the Peoples of the East Kulin Nations. It has been a part of Malvern’s community life since 1888, when the Shire approached Thomas Pockett, a gardener of note, “to prepare a plan of a sandy barren waste with a view of converting it into a municipal garden”. Pockett spent twenty years transforming the gardens by laying out serpentine paths, curved garden beds, and planting a diverse collection of native and exotic trees. Also, he created the ornamental pond and fountain with a Charles Robinette grotto which is still a highlight.
Malvern Public Gardens are listed on the Victorian Heritage Register as of historic, social, aesthetic and scientific significance and contain 16 significant trees.
On a balmy summer’s evening, we invite you to join well known member and tree expert, John Hawker for a walk around these Gardens followed by a BYO picnic and our traditional Christmas raffle.
Time: 4.45 pm for 5 pm start
Cost: Free event for members and friends. Why not introduce someone new to AGHS?
Location: Malvern Gardens, Corner of High St and Spring Rd, Malvern.
Meet: At pond near corner of High St and Spring Rd, Malvern. Plenty of nearby parking. Tram route 6 in Malvern Rd. Toilet available.
Bring: Name tag, picnic gear, seats, rugs walking shoes. Don’t forget coins for the Raffle.