The Raglan Horticultural Society’s Flower Show was awash with the colours and fragrances of locally grown flowers and vegetables.
Read more: Flower Show rose to the occasionMore than 150 children took part this year, creating sand saucers, aqua jars, and miniature gardens on a dinner plate. Raglan Area School students’ creativity was in full bloom, with Years 0-2 making sand saucers and Years 4–6 choosing either aqua jars or miniature gardens.
Alison Hewitt (Years 5 and 6 teacher) says the students worked collaboratively to create “the most amazing garden scenes.”
“They worked individually or in small groups and had to communicate, problem-solve, and build resilience when things didn’t go to plan,” she says. “Some of the aqua jars took many attempts to design, as they have to be flipped – which required plenty of perseverance and creativity.”
Society president Geoff Pownall says the biennial event provides horticultural enthusiasts with an opportunity to showcase their finest flowers and vegetables.
“Every show we’re amazed by the passion and care that goes into each entry. It’s a real celebration of what our gardeners can achieve,” he says. “What makes it special is the sense of community. People come not just to compete, but to share a love of growing.”
Flower categories included roses, sweet peas, geraniums, and pelargoniums, while the vegetable section featured brassicas, root crops, and legumes. The floral art section added a creative touch, with entries in miniature, beachcomber, native, and foliage-themed arrangements.
Special thanks went to all who supported the day – including Raglan Area School teachers and parents, Raglan Horticultural Society members, Lisa Thomson for presenting the prizes, and Jono Hutson (Lodge) for his sponsorship.
