Colour Explosion

24.9.25 

Return to Toowoomba's sensational public gardens. 

Yes, my camera was endlessly clicking and deletions have been few. It had been several years since my last visit. The gardens previously were lovely but suffering from dry winters. This year has seen endless downfalls and on a perfect. sunny mild day, the Hungry Hikers and all visitors, delighted in the massed colours.

One would have to travel long distances south to find spring colour to beat that created by Toowoomba's council and gardeners. Its elevation, mild climate, rich volcanic soil and high rainfall, create ideal conditions for the gardens to thrive. 

We haven't had rain for 6 weeks and my poor attempt at a spring garden is suffering badly.

Entrance to Queens Park Garden.

The gardens from a temporarily erected viewing platform.

Laurel Bank Gardens

Numerous private gardens were open for the public to visit. Below is a collage of a 'back yard' garden.

96 year old gardener Les, relates that when asked how he is so active for his age, he tells people that at the end of the day he relaxes with a beer. If the Mrs isn't watching, he will sneak a second one. His garden was extensive, colourful and enhanced with soft classical music playing. His energy to maintain it is  impressive!

I do hope you have enjoyed this second visit to the sensational colours of Toowoomba's Carnival of Flowers.

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