David Manchich, one of the green thumbs behind this garden in 21 Ambleside Avenue, Lakefield, said it is wise to always invest in fertiliser. He also said people must find joy in working in their gardens as this will give the best results.
The Members of Benoni Van Ryn Rotary Anns again arranged a lovely outing for Benoni’s gardening enthusiasts.
This was the 20th consecutive Beautiful Gardens of Benoni hosted by the Anns.
Rotary Ann and event organiser Judy Bath said the event attracted about 700 people.
“I want to thank all of the participants for getting their gardens in the best condition, thinking about the expenses and so forth,” said Bath.
She also thanked community members for their support, especially those who have been supporting the Beautiful Gardens of Benoni events over the past 20 years.
Families and friends joined to look at the six most beautiful gardens in Benoni.
Eventgoers asked questions about the various gardens and homeowners and gardeners were happy to assist.
This year’s participants were Stewart and Vicki McFarlane, Hermanus and Antoinette Swanepoel, Maureen and Neville Cornish, Helen Pollack and Jen and Vic Anderson.
The Tea Garden was in Nick and Charmaine Cole-Niven’s garden.
The amount raised over the two-day event was not known at the time of going to print.
These three musketeers were seen having the times of their lives at 3 Joubert Street in Rynfield. They are brothers Luke Jones (8) and Daniel Jones (4) with their cousin Joshua Jones (12). The garden belongs to Jen and Vic Anderson.
This garden is a perfect summer haven. It belongs to Jen and Vic Anderson at 3 Joubert Street, Rynfield.
Bethany Heldson (6) wore a flower crown in the spirit of this year’s annual Beautiful Gardens of Benoni event. She is seen smelling the purple flowers in the garden of Maureen and Neville Cornish in 8 Amarella Street, Alphen Park.
Amy Beukes (12) takes a closer look at a yellow and red flower. She is in Maureen and Neville Cornish’s garden at 8 Amarella Street, Alphen Park.
Friends Debbie Venske and Caron Walker smile for a snap while enjoying the view of 44 Deane Crescent, Northmead Extension Seven.
Helen Roche and her friend Suzanne Morshead admired the garden at 21 Ambleside Avenue from all angles.
Little Erina Ismail (6) takes a closer look at a flower she likes. She is in 3 Joubert Street.
The cooks for the event were (from back): Christa Valentine, Colin Thornton and Charmaine Cole-Niven. Sitting is Bob Savage. The Rotary Club of Benoni Van Ryn sold boerewors rolls, cold drinks, beer and wine.
Claudette Wiese, Peter Jansen and Jenny Cloete made the event a social event with friends. They are at 44 Deane Crescent, Northmead Extension Seven. Helen Pollack is the homeowner.
The woman of Benoni Van Ryn Rotary Anns stand proud. They are (from back): Joy Kellog, Rose Hudson and Denise Jones. Front: Maureen Fox, Rhoda Toker, Lucile Barrenger and president Gill Davey.
Nabiha Ismail (8) looked summer-ready in her stylish sunnies while enjoying the flowers at 3 Joubert Street, Rynfield.
Amos Sibanyoni, and his partner in gardening Hendro Swanepoel, sit in an old car as one of the focus points of the garden. Sibanyoni said if your grass is well looked-after, the whole garden will look well-looked after. He added that maintained rose bushes will also give your garden a well-rounded look. Homeowner Hermanus Swanepoel agreed.
Ernst and Elza Germishuys admired the spectacular flowers and peaceful surroundings. They are in Helen Pollack’s garden at 44 Deane Crescent, Northmead Extension Seven.
Peter and Cherry Hawkins are admiring the koi pond of Steward and Vicky McFarlane at 21 Ambleside Avenue, Lakefield. They are also keen gardeners and scouted for some tips.
Spencer and Wendy Johnson showed their support at the annual Beautiful Gardens of Benoni event. They started with this garden in 21 Ambleside Avenue, Lakefield.
Amos Sibanyoni, and his partner in gardening Hendro Swanepoel, sits in an old car as one of the focus points of the garden. Sibanyoni says if your grass is well looked-after, the whole garden will look well-looked after. He added that maintained rose bushes will also give your garden a well-rounded look. Homeowner of 3 Sunnyside Avenue in Lakefield, Hermanus Swanepoel, agreed.
