'Dahlia's & Delights': Workshop & Tour of Oxley Hill Farm Flowers

Join us for the inaugural "Dahlia's & Delights Workshop" held in person at our beautiful Oxley Hill Flower Farm! This hands-on workshop is designed to teach you all about cultivating and caring for dahlias, from dividing tubers to managing your very own dahlia garden.

This workshop is perfect for home growers, whether you're a budding novice or a seasoned gardener looking to expand your skills.

IN-PERSON WORKSHOP TOPICS include:

• Harvesting your Dahlia's to Maximise Bloom Production
• Pruning and Cutting Back Dahlias
• Lifting and Digging Dahlias
• Techniques for Washing (or not washing!) Dahlia Tubers
• Dividing Dahlias across multiple sessions for detailed learning
• Proper Storage Methods for your Dahlias
• Implementing Cover Cropping
• Soil Testing and Bed Preparation
• Effective Watering Practices
• Supporting Dahlia Structures
• Optimising Dahlia Plant Spacing

In addition to the hands-on training, your experience will be enriched with a guided tour of our expansive flower farm. Discover the sprawling fields of vibrant dahlias and other blooms, gaining insider insights into the practical aspects of large-scale floral agriculture. You will have the opportunity to purchase potted-up dahlia tubers from our farm, bunches of fresh unique ranges of dahlias, and many more beautiful flowers available on the day!

Not to forget the 'Delights' aspect of the day, Morning Tea & a Light Lunch will be provided!

Please note:

The flower farm is part of our private family home and we are not otherwise open to the public.

This is an all-weather event.