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Welcome From growing things to garden history, from urban greening to organic farming, our interests are wide-ranging. We offer a chance for all who share a love of plants to meet. For more than 30 years, we have delighted in garden visits, overseas trips, talks and social events. The Hong Kong Gardening Society gives us a chance to learn, as well as to exchange knowledge and experience with others. There are special interest groups to join for those with a passion for orchids or wondering how to grow things in confined spaces like rooftops and balconies. We also partner with others to spread awareness of Hong Kong's rich biodiversity and abundance of flora and fauna. |
Coming Events
April 2021 22 Apr 2021 Lamma Island Visit ** Fung Yuen Butterfly Reserve (details SOON) ** Tai Po Waterfront Park (details SOON) Every Wednesday : 17:00 - 18:00 HKGS Zoom Cafe (members only) |
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Whether you're a veteran gardener, a beginner or just a plant lover, we'd like to hear from you. Become a member. The society is run entirely by volunteers and we always welcome new faces and new ideas. If you would like to get involved, please contact us.
Whether you're a veteran gardener, a beginner or just a plant lover, we'd like to hear from you. Become a member. The society is run entirely by volunteers and we always welcome new faces and new ideas. If you would like to get involved, please contact us.
Flowers of the MonthThe arrival of Spring is accompanied by many beautiful flowers in bloom.
1. An impressive white bloom Latin Name: Beaumontia grandiflora Common Name: Nepal Trumpet Flower Origin: South East Asia to Himalayan (e.g. Vietnam, Thailand, Laos Myanmar, Bhutan, Nepal) Feature: Eye-catching large trumpet-shaped white flower with fragrance To grow: This plant does best climbing on a trellis, wall or trees. To get the most flowers, it likes full sun. 2. Vibrant yellow that attracts attention
Name: Tabebuia chrysantha (Common name: Yellow Pui 黄鐘木) Origin: South America (Venezuela, Comobia, Ecquador, Bolivia and Brazil) Feature: Bright yellow flower that sheds leaves from the end of winter to spring. To grow: This tropical deciduous tree grows from 6 to 12m height and needs well drained conditions. It flowers in the dry season, so that means winter to early spring here in Hong Kong. You can see it in many parks and along streets around Hong Kong. A pink variety, Tabeuia rosea, is less commonly seen. credits: Akira Kada |
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Bird of the Month
The common tailor bird’s nests are marvellous creations and their cheerful call distinguishes them from other garden birds. Welcome them as helpers in the endless battle to keep precious plants relatively pest-free.
by: Karen and Ruy Barretto
by: Karen and Ruy Barretto
Photo credits: Matthew Kwan