Passionate horticulturalists Kellie Howard, Debora Lewis and Susan Hosking from Bundaberg Crematorium and Memorial Park have worked hard to earn the title of Grand Champion Garden in the 2012 Bundy in Bloom competition.
THE all-female team of green thumbs at the Bundaberg Crematorium and Memorial Park have only been taking care of the grounds since March, and already they’ve taken out the city’s biggest gardening award.
The work of head gardener Debora Lewis and part-time gardener Susan Hosking to transform the crematorium’s garden paid off this week as the pair was presented with the Grand Champion Garden for this year’s Bundy in Bloom.
“When we came here the gardens needed a lot of work and now they’re thriving,” Ms Lewis said.
“We are really appreciative that owners Michael and Beth Brown allowed us the support and freedom to do what we wanted to the garden.”
Both Ms Lewis and Ms Hosking said the job was extremely rewarding and it was encouraging to hear the comments from those who visited.
“It’s a wonderful job and it’s great to be able to see your work pay off,” Ms Hosking said.
“Apparently the roses and gerberas are flowering better than they ever have,” Ms Lewis added.
Administration worker Kellie Howard, who has been at the crematorium for six years, said she had never seen the gardens looking so good.
“I’ve got the best job. I get to look out the window at the beautiful garden without having to do any of the work,” she said.
Champion Gardeners’ Top Tips
When planting lavender, throw a handful of dolomite into the hole. They love the calcium.
Keep up the nutrients, water and seaweed solution. Healthy plants have a natural resilience to diseases and insects.
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