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The annual Open Gardens event at 12 Plein Street and 40 Protea Way in Durbanville is being hosted by the Rotary Club of Tygerberg over two weekends – on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September, and again on 1 and 2 November.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year’s Open Gardens event offers more than just a picturesque stroll – it invites visitors to witness the unfolding of a botanical masterpiece in progress at 40 Protea Way. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This garden, long cherished by locals and visitors alike, is expanding its footprint and its purpose, evolving into a sanctuary that celebrates South Africa’s rich natural heritage, says Caroline Steenekamp, public relations representative for the Rotary Club of Tygerberg.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“A quiet revolution in conservation and horticulture is underway at 40 Protea Road with the gracious garden being transformed into a vibrant showcase of indigenous flora, with a special focus on preserving the endangered renosterveld, she says.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A garden with purpose\n<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The transformation is being led by garden manager Tania Fouch\u00e9, whose vision is rooted in ecological restoration and education. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“We’re not just planting for beauty, we’re planting for biodiversity,” says Fouch\u00e9.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“By restoring renosterveld and expanding our indigenous collection, we’re creating a living classroom and a refuge for pollinators, birds and small mammals,” she says.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Renosterveld, once widespread across the Western Cape, has been reduced to fragments due to urban development and agriculture. The garden’s new direction aims to reverse that trend, offering a rare glimpse into this threatened ecosystem and its resilient plant life, she says.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The Open Gardens tradition continues with guided walks and talks at 40 Protea Road. Visitors can explore blooming meadows, admire orchids in the hothouse and learn about the intricate relationships between native plants and the creatures they support.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The extended garden, pool and cottage areas will be under renovation as part of the ongoing transformation. Visitors are encouraged to visit both gardens and to embrace the opportunity to witness change and conservation in action,” Steenekamp says.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meadow gardens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first weekend the focus will be on the meadow gardens in bloom, while the second weekend will see the roses in bloom, she says.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The popular fresh scones and tea will be served at the equally beautiful garden at 12 Plein Street.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Every ticket sold helps fund community projects – from education to environmental stewardship. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“This garden is a symbol of what’s possible when beauty and purpose come together,” she says.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets at R60 per person at the gates includes access to both the gardens at 12 Plein Street and 40 Protea Way.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

. Contact Caroline at 082 820 2237 for more information or to become involved with the Rotary Club of Tygerberg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Visitors can take a gentle stroll along the meandering pathway at 12 Plein Street to see the abundant and indigenous plant life and delicate insects.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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