We are surging ahead...!
With under 2 months to go to Gardenex & Green Living Fair
2010, plans are rolling on. We have already secured some exciting
events and attractions.
Our focus remains green and we plan to drive this message to
all visitors at the show. You will meet ECO who will encourage
exhibitors and visitors to adopt a green living philosophy in
all they do. ECO is on an ambitious drive to collect paper,
bottles, plastic and anything that can be recycled. With the
support of you and all the visitors to the show, we are sure
we can make a difference to our environment. Child Welfare SA
will be collecting recycling products to raise funds to help
children in their many Child Welfare centres across the country.
By now you should have started planning for the show and should
be considering finalising your booking to ensure you get the
perfect spot. With our event showing definite signs of an upward
trend, Gardenex & Green Living Fair 2010 should not be missed.
With a packed programme already confirmed, visitors are in for
the time of their lives.
Visit our new website to see what we have happening.
The Gardenex Team!
What a Win at Gardenex & Green Living
Fair 2010
As
the show draws near, we have once again secured a fantastic
prize for a lucky visitor to Gardenex & Green Living Fair
2010. Yes, another trip to Mauritius. Sponsored
by Preskil Beach Resort and Thompsons Holidays, one visitor
will be jetting off to the Jewel of the Indian Ocean with their
partner for 6 nights of fun. Visit the Gardenex & Green
Living Fair website for competition details.
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Mara Louw Honoured with a Rose from Ludwig’s
Roses at Gardenex & Green Living Fair 2010
From
humble beginnings in Soweto an artist with a passion for music,
rose above adversity to capture the hearts of people across
the world. Mara Louw’s determination to succeed formed
the basis of her relationship with the arts. From the age of
10 she displayed a spirit that reflects in her music, values
and commitment to her country and fellow South Africans.
Mara has since reached the heights of musical
fame having travelled the world performing in leading productions
and for royalty. Her special charm has touched the hearts of
millions as she continues to thrill audiences with her special
talents. In 2009 Mara was appointed Goodwill Ambassador for
Child Welfare South Africa. Her strong ethical values inject
the African Renaissance Spirit in all.
And now, one of South Africa’s most-loved
musicians has been honoured with her own rose. Mara has always
occupied a special place in the hearts of all at Ludwig’s
Roses and after an inspirational life, it was fitting that Ludwig
Taschner produce a rose that reflects Mara’s passion and
love for our country’s children.
With the Spring sun casting a spotlight over
hundreds of roses, Ludwig patiently showed Mara a selection
of the most stunning varieties. Mara was equally patient in
looking for that special rose until, with a typical ecstatic
leap of joy that only Mara can pull off, she spotted a beautiful
peach and apricot-coloured Hybrid Tea. Her expression said it
all and the Mara Louw Rose was named, to the delight of the
staff at Ludwig’s Roses who all got to enjoy a chat with
Mara.
The Mara Louw Rose will be launched at Gardenex & Green
Living Fair 2010 to be held at the Coca Cola dome from 26 to
28 March 2010. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the
Mara Louw Rose will go to Child Welfare South Africa.
For more information on the mara Louw Rose
and how you can order your stock, contact Anja Taschner at anja@ludwigsroses.co.za.
From your Garden to the Kitchen with SA Garden
Lizette Jonker, editor of SA Garden and SA Tuin Paleis will
be showcasing some of her favourite recipes using herbs and
vegetables that can be grown in your garden. Some of South Africa’s
favourite celebrities will be joining Lizette to prepare some
scrumptious meals.
Ready Steady Plant
Tanya Visser is back! And with even more excitement
and fun for visitors and some stressful 20-minute periods for
contestants, everyone cannot wait for Ready Steady Plant, just
for the laughs and giggles, and of course, the screaming and
cheering for their favourite contestant.
Once again, Tanya plans to drag as many celebrities
into her world of landscape design and put their skills to the
test. Watch as seasoned professionals crack under the strain
of producing their best while others do anything possible to
disrupt them.
Child Welfare South Africa
Gardenex
& Green Living Fair is proud to offer Child Welfare South
Africa a platform to launch its Going Green campaign. CWSA Green Champion, Tanya Visser and Mara Louw, CWSA
Ambassador, are embarking on an ambitious programme to provide
all children at the many CWSA welfare centres across the country
a green and healthy environment. From planting new trees, shrubs
and flowers to vegetables, using innovative vegetable tunnels,
the children of South Africa can look forward to enjoying some
healthy vegetables in their new green environments.
Gardenex & Green Living Fair 2010 will
be showcasing these initiatives and will also be making a donation
to CWSA in support of their drive to uplift the lifestyles of
our children.
Cooking from the Garden
To show just how to cook from a garden, Tanya Visser will,
together with a chef, pick fresh vegetables from the Child Welfare
vegetable tunnels and conjure up some delicious, healthy dishes.
Southern Sun’s award winning chefs will cook up some of
their favourite dishes to tempt your taste buds.
Reuse, Recycle and Reinvent with ECO
We have made it clear that our focus will remain on greening
our environment. Our newest team member, ECO, will be driving
our Green Living initiative. Together with committed-to-green
companies, our exhibitors and visitors, ECO will be encouraging
everyone to REUSE, RECYCLE AND REINVENT!
ECO’s Tip
Please make sure you dispose of all your build-up waste responsibly.
ECO challenges all exhibitors to adopt a green living philosophy.
Come on, it is, after all, the only way our planet will survive!
Let’s unite in our efforts to give the environment back
to nature.
Gardenex & Green Living Fair's SACC Kitten of the Year hosted
by Royal Canin
Back
by popular demand with not 1; but 2 kitten shows in 2010, Royal
Canin South Africa once again will be pulling out all the stops
to bring the cutest kittens to the Coca Cola dome.
A definite crowd pleaser, thousands file through the Kitten
Hall to see the tiniest, sweetest and most adorable little kittens.
It is no wonder this became an instant hit in 2009. We can
expect a whole lot more in 2010. Kitten Shows will be be held
on the Saturday and the Sunday.
For more information on the Kitten Shows, contact Zolita Harper
on zharper@roya-canin.co.za.
KOI Corner
Modern gardens seem to be totally complete if they have a
KOI pond, filled with exquisite varieties of our
favourite fish. In 2010 KOISA will be showcasing some of the
most prized KOI seen in South Africa.
For more information, contact Kevin Till at kevin@lg.co.za.
Briza Book Corner
Briza Publications once again host Derrich Gardner of RSG at
their exclusive book launches and signings. Derek will be chatting
to everyone’s favourite authors. Expect loads
of fun and laughter as they share their secrets on tackling
their latest projects and also give tips to gardeners on what’s
best for their environments.
For more information contact Christo Reitz at books@briza.co.za.
Launch of Gardenex at FTV Cedar Square
Be sure to join us as we launch Gardenex & Green living
Fair 2010 at FTV Cedar Square on Wednesday 23 March 2010. Meet
old friends, make new ones and network with the captains of
the green industry while raising funds for Child Welfare South
Africa. We will also have a special launch of the Mara Louw
Rose to the media at this event.
Book for 2010!
With the success of 2009, we are fast filling our space, so
be sure to contact us soon to secure your place at Gardenex
& Green living Fair 2010. Contact Wendy Graham
at Thebe Exhibitions & Projects on telephone 011
549 8300 or by e-mail: wendy@tepg.co.za
now to book avoid the disappointment of losing out in 2010.
Visit our website at www.gardenex.co.za
for all the exciting information, news and competitions!
