The Galston Garden Club will resume its monthly meetings on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, continuing the tradition of bringing local gardeners together. Members will socialise, share experiences, and exchange gardening tips to improve their gardens.
Meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Galston Community Hall on Arcadia Road, the club has built a reputation as a welcoming, informal group where enthusiasm matters more than expertise. Members range from first-time gardeners to seasoned growers, united by a shared interest in plants and the pleasure of good company. Alongside guest speakers and plant displays, meetings often spark friendships, idea-sharing and the occasional garden ramble.
For many, the appeal lies in the social side as much as the soil. The club offers a relaxed space to swap tips, admire cuttings and enjoy evenings that blend learning with conversation. Visitors and new members are always welcome, and no one is expected to arrive armed with encyclopaedic botanical knowledge.
As summer stretches on, the club is also reminding gardeners to take extra care during periods of extreme heat. Recent scorching days have underscored the importance of preparation, with evening or early-morning watering recommended as temperatures rise. Young seedlings and potted plants are particularly vulnerable and benefit from extra attention, including temporary shade or relocation to cooler spots.
Simple measures can make a significant difference. Deep watering encourages roots to grow downwards, improving resilience during hot spells, while gentle watering methods help protect soil structure. Mulching garden beds and pots can also extend the time between waterings by reducing moisture loss.
With heatwaves becoming more frequent, these practical steps are increasingly part of everyday gardening knowledge—exactly the kind of advice regularly shared among members at Galston Garden Club meetings.
Further information about the club and its activities can be found at www.galstongardenclub.com.au or by emailing [email protected].
