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Published on 11 February 2025
Bathurst’s historic Begonia House in Machattie Park will be opening this Thursday 13 February with the 2025 begonia display in full bloom.
Mayor Cr Robert Taylor noted that Begonia House is a popular attraction in Machattie Park, with the space brought to life in vibrant colour.
“Council’s horticultural team takes great pride in preparing the impressive begonia display each year. It is quite labour intensive, but it’s a beautifully rewarding project that our staff take on annually to create the stunning feature.
“Begonias have a seven-month growing period and they are re-potted twice during the growing season, with the final repotting being into the display pots ready for visitors to see in the Autumn months. There are over 90 hybrid species on display, all showcasing their individual charm.
“The display in Bathurst’s Begonia House is one of only a handful of large public garden begonia displays in Australia,” Cr Taylor said.
The Begonia House is open Monday to Friday between 9am and 3pm and on weekends from 11am to 3pm. The display will be closed Good Friday and is expected to run through until the end of April.
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