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Exotic and Rare Plant Market: An Invitation to Botanical Paradise

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Plant enthusiasts, get ready for a one-of-a-kind event – the Exotic and Rare Plant Market. Mother Dirt Humbly Living is hosting this family-friendly celebration, inviting you to discover the enchanting world of plants. The market aims to make exotic and rare plants accessible to everyone while also fostering a welcoming community for plant lovers to connect, learn, and share their love for all things botanical. Experience the lushness of tropical countries right here in Cape Town.

The Visionary Force Behind the Event

Mother Dirt Humbly Living, founded in 2020 by Carla and David Hofmeyr, is the driving force behind this event. The couple’s passion for gardening and indoor plants led them to adopt a more holistic approach to life. They began crafting their own soil mixes and eventually progressed to propagating exotic and rare plants, resulting in a high-quality, affordable, and ready-to-use soil mix that serves as a valuable resource for plant enthusiasts.

An Enriching Day for Visitors

The Exotic and Rare Plant Market promises a thrilling and enriching day for visitors. Browse an extensive collection of plants native to tropical regions and examine hand-mixed specialized plant-growing mediums. Alongside the lush greenery, savor mouth-watering food options and engage in a variety of children’s entertainment, including jumping castles, slushies, popcorn, and more.

A Unique Opportunity for Plant Connoisseurs

Rare plant vendors and skilled plant goods artisans will be gathered under one roof, offering a unique opportunity for plant connoisseurs to explore and uncover extraordinary plant life, gain insights from experts, and add rare species to their personal collections. The market’s incredible vendor lineup includes Mother Dirt Humbly Living, Shoots before Roots, Melkbos Mountain View Plants, Shooting Roots, Plant Life, Hanja Kunz, Eikenhoff Orchids, Saffrons Garden, Nuno Plants, Evok Innovation, When in Bloom, Sunnyy.Spott, Momstera Deliciosa, The Natural Bloom, Graceland Terrariums, and more.

Location, Date, and Ticket Information

The Range, a Conference and Function Venue located on Orpen Road, Tokai, is the perfect venue for this botanical extravaganza. The event is scheduled for Sunday, 10th September, from 10 am to 3 pm. The entrance fee is R30, and children under 12 enter free of charge. Tickets are available for purchase at the door.

Don’t Miss the Chance to Immerse Yourself in Botanical Diversity

The Exotic and Rare Plant Market is your gateway to a vibrant world of botanical diversity. Don’t miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in this tropical plant haven, where you can explore, learn, and indulge your passion for exotic and rare plant life.

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