The Gold Coast Bulletin

THE WORLD’S WILD FOR OUR BLOOMS

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THERE will be plenty of colourful wildflower­s at the Melbourne Internatio­nal Flower and Garden Show.

Native wildflower­s are one of the big trends being showcased by landscape designers, with several featuring them in gardens they have created at the Royal Exhibition Building, which is open until Sunday.

STEM Landscape Architectu­re & Design director Emmaline Bowman says social media has played a part in driving the interest in wildflower­s, with plenty of internatio­nal tourists posting floral snaps.

“More and more overseas people love our wildflower­s,” Ms Bowman said. “I believe part of their popularity is due to their unique forms, found nowhere else.”

The show also has a stage where musicians will perform over the next four days.

 ?? Picture: NICKI CONNOLLY ?? Emily and Alyssa, both 11, model wildflower bouquets.
Picture: NICKI CONNOLLY Emily and Alyssa, both 11, model wildflower bouquets.

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