Run by the Tocumwal Optimists, the event is inspired by the traditional seasonal spring garden events held annually around Australia.
However the Tocumwal Optimists’ decision to hold the event in autumn was a deliberate choice to break with tradition and try something new.
Group secretary Marg Dixon, who ran the planning for the event, told the Courier that six gardens would be on display on the day.
“They will be very diverse and interesting,” she said.
The gardens will include a town garden, a parkland-style garden with some trees aged over 100 years old, alongside manicured lawns and a newly-established native garden with large steel artwork dispersed around the site.
“Attendees can learn different things for themselves about the various gardens. They can get hints and information for their own gardens, from the owners of the gardens on display,” Mrs Dixon said.
Attendees at the event will be able to enjoy not only the gardens but also a morning tea and lunch provided by the Tocumwal Lions.
Mrs Dixon said there would also be a plant and produce stall available for attendees to purchase items to kick-start any gardening ambitions of their own.
Money raised at the event will go back to the community.
“Money will be distributed at the discretion of the Tocumwal Optimists at a future date,” Mrs Dixon said.
Mrs Dixon said the event was a great chance to gather as a community.
“It will be a great social and fun day out where people can chat and learn from the garden owners. Attendees will also be able to help support local organisations and other worthy causes.”
The event is being held at 5 Adams St, Tocumwal and tickets cost $20 with morning tea and lunch costing $5 and $10, respectively.
The Tocumwal Optimists is a volunteer organisation that raises funds for local community groups but also supports other needy causes such as flood relief, FoodShare and local educational institutions.
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