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    October Diary

    Sep 16, 2019 5 minutes

    Franschhoek Open Garden Festival Western Cape

    From small, outdoor spaces to well-established farm gardens, flora enthusiasts can delight in the variety of gardens to visit at this year’s festival. Other attractions include the ‘Garden in a Pot’ competition, teas, and wine tasting in some of the gardens. glyndajacobs@gmail.com 25-27 October

    Bedford Garden Festival Eastern Cape

    World-famous historical gardens, township tours, and the SA Rosarium, where heritage roses are on display and for sale, are some of the highlights of this annual festival.There’s also shopping, live music and scrumptious food, all to be enjoyed while soaking up the spring sunshine in the countryside. bedford.co.za 18-20 October

    Open Gardens Mkhondo (Piet Retief)

    Enjoy a day out in the open gardens in the small town and on its surrounding farms. Pack a picnic basket or relax at one of the tea gardens at selected properties before browsing plants on sale. Horticulturist Lizelle Faeda

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