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NGIWA's Executive Officer and volunteers created six inspirational Waterwise garden displays. This Mediterranean-inspired design was one of the highlights (Image: Krystle Ricci)
NGIWA's Executive Officer and volunteers created six inspirational Waterwise garden displays. This Mediterranean-inspired design was one of the highlights (Image: Krystle Ricci)
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Perth Garden Show flourishes in new location with strong industry support

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By Lisa Passmore

The 2025 Perth Garden Show bloomed into its vibrant new home at McCallum Park in Victoria Park, nestled beside the Swan River and shaded by mature trees and providing the perfect canvas for Western Australia’s premier garden and outdoor living event.

Owned by the Nursery & Garden Industry WA (NGIWA) and proudly presented by the Water Corporation, the show marked a reinvigorated chapter for this much-loved event. With over 100 exhibitors from the nursery, garden, landscape, and lifestyle sectors, the show welcomed almost 11,000 attendees over three days.

This year’s program brought together a rich tapestry of plant sales, expert talks, hands-on workshops, and immersive displays, appealing equally to seasoned gardeners and curious newcomers.

Emerging designer Pru Scriven was awarded Best in Show – Display Garden for her evocative ‘Dry Autumn’ pocket garden. Her design artfully blended waterwise plants from across the globe, unified by a warm autumn palette and a shared resilience to dry conditions
Emerging designer Pru Scriven was awarded Best in Show – Display Garden for her evocative ‘Dry Autumn’ pocket garden. Her design artfully blended waterwise plants from across the globe, unified by a warm autumn palette and a shared resilience to dry conditions

Standout features included:

  • A bustling plant market, showcasing exceptional WA-grown stock from Zanthorrea, Australian Native Nursery, Lakehouse Nursery, Fickle Prickles, Succulent Planet, and HortBiz with their Tucker Bush collection. LCN Community Nursery made a strong debut, and Drewitt’s Bulbs returned from Victoria.
  • Interactive feature zones including the Richgro Knowledge Centre, Baileys Workshop Space, Re-Wilding Stage with Mel Logozzo, and daily lawn and irrigation demonstrations with Colin Barlow.
  • The return of the ever-popular Blank Canvas Makeovers by The Forever Project, with live garden builds drawing enthusiastic crowds. Key presenters included Chris Ferreira, Josh Byrne, Steve Woods, and Darren Seinor.
  • A dedicated Garden Design Hub, led by the Landscape Design Institute, showcased five show gardens and offering expert consultations, was fully booked across the weekend.
  • The Kalamunda Garden Festival Patch, supporting over 30 micro-nurseries and artisan makers, added community spirit and a lively grassroots energy to the show.
A detailed view of Pru Scriven’s gold-winning pocket garden ‘Dry Autumn’ (Image: Krystle Ricci)
A detailed view of Pru Scriven’s gold-winning pocket garden ‘Dry Autumn’ (Image: Krystle Ricci)

A powerhouse lineup of WA horticultural leaders, including Sabrina Hahn, Josh Byrne, Sue McDougall, Neville Passmore, Deryn Thorpe, John Stanley, and Charlie Albone, delivered practical, engaging sessions on plant care, sustainability, and design.

Feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, with comments such as:

‘Best organised show in years’, ‘More variety and local growers’, and ‘This show is for real gardeners’.

NGIWA President Ross Hooper reflected on the revitalised format saying,

“The move back to McCallum Park was a fantastic decision. The atmosphere, the venue, and the collaboration across the industry made this year’s event one of the most successful in recent memory.”

‘Stories and Sand’ pocket garden designed by Krystle Ricci, was awarded Runner-up Best in Show – Display Garden (Image: Krystle Ricci)
‘Stories and Sand’ pocket garden designed by Krystle Ricci, was awarded Runner-up Best in Show – Display Garden (Image: Krystle Ricci)

Key contributors to the show’s success included:

• Water Corporation (naming sponsor)

• Richgro and Baileys (major sponsors)

• The Horticultural Media Association of WA, for on-stage participation and extensive

promotional support

• A dedicated and passionate team of exhibitors, volunteers, and NGIWA members

The 2025 Perth Garden Show was officially opened by Minister Hannah Beazley, with welcoming addresses from the Mayor of Victoria Park, Karen Vernon, and Greenlife Industry Australia (GIA) CEO, Jo Cave. Jo’s address was warmly received, and the strong show of national support at this pivotal stage in the event’s redevelopment was deeply appreciated by the WA industry.

Stunning hippeastrum on display in the Drewitt’s Bulbs exhibit. Drewitt’s was awarded the Best in Show – Greenlife Exhibitor (Image: Dean Lloyd)
Stunning hippeastrum on display in the Drewitt’s Bulbs exhibit. Drewitt’s was awarded the Best in Show – Greenlife Exhibitor (Image: Dean Lloyd)

Our new event partner, Premiere Events, brought the vision to life with energy and professionalism, helping to restore the much-loved “Garden Week” spirit that Western Australians fondly remember.

With planning already underway for 2026, NGIWA warmly welcomes interest from exhibitors, sponsors, and industry collaborators across the country.

To learn more or register your interest, visit perthgardenshow.com.au

Lisa Passmore,

Executive Officer, NGIWA

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