Welcome to the Friends of Geelong Botanic Gardens Website
Founded in 1985 the Friends are a volunteer support group working in partnership with the Geelong Botanic Gardens. This association is semi–autonomous and self–funding. The Friends have established a sound financial base and funds raised are returned to specific Geelong Botanic Gardens projects.
There are over 500 members and approximately 140 are directly involved in a wide range of activities. The Friends activities involve:
- Plant Sales
- Tea House
- Guided Walks
- Library
- Newsletter
- Events Program
- Perennial Border
- Education Program
- Botanic Art Classes
We hope you will browse the many activities on our website and feel that joining the Friends of Geelong Botanic Gardens is for you!
Gardens News
The Annual Winter Lunch
The annual Winter Lunch is on again.The speaker for this years Winter Lunch will be Dr Tim Hubbard, director of Heritage Matters Pty Ltd, who will give an illustrated talk on the social role of the late 19th Century conservatory. More Information here.
Seeking Fine Floral China
Do you have a spare fine china set, cup saucer and plate? Or perhaps you have seen a set at a local opportunity shop? The teahouse is seeking donations of fine floral china to help with future High Tea events.
Can you help the FGBG Growers?
The Growers have been working hard, producing over 4,000 plants so far this year. As a result, they are now running short of plastic pots again. Added to this, the massive production of plants has also placed pressure on the people who print labels and check plants details in reference books. The FGBG Growers are a vibrant and sociable group, who enjoy morning tea together. Please consider joining our production team. More Information here.
Special Guided Walks
Throughout the year volunteer guides present special themed walks that expand upon and enhance any visit to the Geelong Botanic Gardens. More Information here.
Weekend Plant Sale
Support the gardens and expand your own at the Growers Weekend Garden Sale on again this July at the Friends Nursery. More Information here.