THE Botanical Society of South Africa KZN Coastal Branch will host two events next week.
The group will visit Hillcrest Aids Centre Nursery, 26 Old Main Road, Hillcrest on Saturday, 23 November from 10am to noon.
Enjoy a group guided tour of the plant nursery by Nursery Manager John Lund. Succulents, aloes, and other specials will be on offer. Browse or buy as much as you like – and support a good cause too. The gift shop will also be open. Self-service teas will be provided.
Booking is essential for catering purposes and in case of last-minute changes, with Sandra on email: botsoc-kzn@mweb.co.za, 031 201 5111 or 071 869 3693. Meet in the parking area by 10am. There is no charge. All welcome.
On Monday, 25 November, an illustrated talk entitled Wild Orchids of the Southern Drakensberg will be given by Richard Braby, author of the book Wild Orchids of the Southern Drakensberg at the Durban Botanic Gardens Visitors Centre at 5.30pm for 6pm.
Books will be on sale at the talk.
Entrance is R35 for members and R55 for visitors (R25 for students) which includes tea at the start.
No need to book. For enquiries contact Sandra.
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