Wattle Bloom Walks

Come join Mike Gilmour, self-styled Wattle Wag of Queensland in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha to view the wattles in blossom on a guided walk.

Each walk will include a talk about varieties, the history of the wattle in Australia and Queensland, the importance of wattle as an Australian symbol plus some unusual facts and common myths.

Walks will run for approximately 1.5 hours.

Requirements: This walk includes moderate physical activity, including walking slightly longer distances, up gentle slopes and stairs or walking on some uneven surfaces. Some standing periods for explanations but no sitting. Please wear a hat, enclosed walking shoes, and be sure to bring a water bottle and sunscreen.

Meeting point: Meet at the Visitor Information Centre.

"What to do on a Brisbane Winter’s Day in the sun
Try a walk amongst wattle blossoms that stun
Sparking in the sunlight with their green and gold,
For all in Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens to behold.
Lambs Tails, Zig Zags, Silver Wattles, Golden Wattles in bloom
And more with buds ready to burst from the Winter gloom."
Poem by Mike Gilmour©