https://events.humanitix.com/south-australian-iris-society-annual-show
Adelaide Botanic Gardens - Andy Hart
After working in finance for many years, a tree change in 2005 saw me studying horticulture to follow a passion for nature I’ve always had. I then started an apprenticeship with The Botanic Gardens of SA in 2006 and here I am twenty plus years later.
I'm currently a Senior Horticultural Curator responsible for the International Rose Garden and the First Creek Wetland among other areas.
Andy will be covering the history of roses in the Botanical Gardens over our 170 years of existence and how the Iris Discovery Walk features in the International Rose Garden at The South Australian Iris Society Inc. Annual Show, 24th October 2026.
I'm currently a Senior Horticultural Curator responsible for the International Rose Garden and the First Creek Wetland among other areas.
Andy will be covering the history of roses in the Botanical Gardens over our 170 years of existence and how the Iris Discovery Walk features in the International Rose Garden at The South Australian Iris Society Inc. Annual Show, 24th October 2026.
Louisiana Iris - Peter and Pam Jackson
Would you like to learn more about Louisiana Iris? Where they come from, geographically and botanically? The progression from native species to modern day hybrids? What’s available now? World renowned Hybridizer Peter Jackson together with his beautiful wife Pam will talk on Louisiana iris and will cover these topics and more. They will discuss growing conditions and availability, and answer any questions you may have.
Basketry SA Inc.
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The South Australian Iris Society Inc welcome Members of Basketry SA Inc. as guest speakers to our Annual show in October. They are part of a worldwide community, which continues to practise and promote the ancient, sustainable art and craft of basketmaking, using natural and locally grown plant fibres. The art of Basketmaking and weaving in its many forms, is the earliest craft form known to man, even preceding clay and pottery work The long, strong fibres contained in a myriad of grasses and plants, when twisted for increased strength, become extremely useful for the making of cordage and rope, the beginnings of survival skills. Then, globally and more or less simultaneously, indigenous peoples everywhere used the plant materials immediately available to them, for the construction of utilitarian and decorative items for daily use and trade. Thus, community groups working alone or collaboratively, began a practice of working together that continues today.
Quilts From the Garden
Image: Iris in Favrile by Julie Haddrick
https://haddrickonfabric.com.au/
Quilts From the Garden: A showcase of nature-inspired work by South Australian-connected art quilters. A mix of established and emerging artists, they have exhibited both nationally and internationally, winning numerous awards along the way.
The exhibition will include iris-inspired quilts not previously exhibited in Australia.
Ann Head will give a presentation highlighting the inspiration and techniques behind some of the quilts on display.
Artists featured: Julie Haddrick, Zara Zannettino, Suzanne Gummow, Julia Arden, Raelene Draheim and Ann Head.
The exhibition will include iris-inspired quilts not previously exhibited in Australia.
Ann Head will give a presentation highlighting the inspiration and techniques behind some of the quilts on display.
Artists featured: Julie Haddrick, Zara Zannettino, Suzanne Gummow, Julia Arden, Raelene Draheim and Ann Head.
Ikebana Adelaide Chapter 61
The South Australian Iris Society Inc welcomes Ikebana Adelaide Chapter 61 as guest speakers to our Annual Show in October.
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging and is recognised as a living art form. Deeply symbolic, it involves spiritual contemplation and focuses on the beauty of nature, as well as seasonal awareness. In Japan, ikebana has a long-established history, and today numerous schools of ikebana exist around the world. Ikebana International as an organisation was established in 1956 to foster understanding and friendship though flowers across the globe. In Adelaide our Ikebana International Chapter 61 has been actively involved in exhibitions in South Australia since 1962.
Members of Ikebana International Adelaide Chapter 61 will provide an informative talk that accompanies a live demonstration of several differing ikebana arrangements. Watch as floral and branch material combines to highlight the beauty of irises and learn how ikebana harmonises and complements the natural world. Additionally, please take the time to admire the use of irises in the many varied ikebana arrangements featured in the display on the stage.
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging and is recognised as a living art form. Deeply symbolic, it involves spiritual contemplation and focuses on the beauty of nature, as well as seasonal awareness. In Japan, ikebana has a long-established history, and today numerous schools of ikebana exist around the world. Ikebana International as an organisation was established in 1956 to foster understanding and friendship though flowers across the globe. In Adelaide our Ikebana International Chapter 61 has been actively involved in exhibitions in South Australia since 1962.
Members of Ikebana International Adelaide Chapter 61 will provide an informative talk that accompanies a live demonstration of several differing ikebana arrangements. Watch as floral and branch material combines to highlight the beauty of irises and learn how ikebana harmonises and complements the natural world. Additionally, please take the time to admire the use of irises in the many varied ikebana arrangements featured in the display on the stage.
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