This month sees the launch of the first ever McGregor Open Gardens event, which will be held on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October.
The theme of the event, hosted by McGregor Tourism, will be “Nature’s Magic” and it will feature 12 gardens, as well as community food projects and a herb farm.
There will also be specialist horticultural features and talks.
“Leiwater” historically provided irrigation to the gardens, with sluices still in use today.
The private gardens include indigenous semi-Karoo and more formal planting.
There will be demonstrations on organic food gardens and permaculture, while “Art in the Garden” will be displayed at Temenos Retreat.
Refreshments on sale will include locally grown herb teas and home baking; eateries will also offer special menus.
Visitors can take a stroll through the village or hop on the wooden Noddy bus. Entertainment will be provided by the village brass band.
For more information, visit www.tourismmcgregor.co.za or phone 023 625 1954
