Elgin Open Gardens | Elgin | Events | Western Province

In 2011 there will be 23 open gardens in the Elgin, Vyeboom and Bot River districts over two weekends. These range from large established country gardens (some over 50 years old), to young,
recently planted gardens in villages and on smallholdings, all in a setting of great natural beauty no more than an hour’s drive from Cape Town.

New this year are Belfield Wine Estate with its picturesque leafy garden flowing into the vineyards; South Hill, a contemporary indigenous garden enlivened by sculptures; and Oak Valley Flowers who are leading two tours a day through their production units, which will give a fascinating glimpse into the world of high-tech cultivation and propagation.

Many gardens will have plants for sale, and some will also offer teas and light meals. Other events in the district include art and sculpture exhibitions, including the Elgin Artists Group at Glenbrae, and the renowned botanical artist Vicki Thomas at Eikenhof. There will be wine tasting at the local cellars or in the gardens themselves. On one of the days there will be a Country Market in the village.

Venue

Street:

Elgin

ZIP:

7180

Province:

Western Province

Country:

za