WELCOME
The Herb Society of South Australia was formed in 1977 to promote the study of growth, history and use of herbs. It is open to all people interested in herbs and their uses.
Everyone is welcome to join, attend meetings, become involved with specific groups such as the ‘Seed Savers’, specialise in specific plants such as salvias, help with our garden maintenance programmes at various gardens, and come on our Tagalong tours throughout the state. We are an active and involved group – interested? – check out the calendar of events for more information and activities, and come along to meet other keen enthusiasts.
Members of the Herb Society of South Australia Inc support & maintain the Herb & Salvia Garden – Findon Community Centre, 222 Findon Rd, Findon
Monthly Meetings
WHEN
Held on the first Monday of the month from 7.30pm for an 8pm start, from February to December
WHY
Each meeting includes – what to do in the garden this month. – member’s problems – questions and answers – basket supper. Most meetings have a guest speaker on herb and garden related subjects.
Refer to the Calendar of Events for more detail
WHERE
The Findon Community Centre,
222 Findon Road
Findon SA 5023
June Monthly Meeting
Monday 6th June 2022 – 8:00pm
Guest Speaker: Dan Austin – lecturer/author, Urrbrae Education Centre
Topic: Useful plants with potential from beyond our shores
(and a few underutilised locals)
July Monthly Meeting
Monday 4th July 2022 – 8:00pm
Guest Speaker: Patrizia Bronzi, Herbalist
Topic: Antiviral Herbs and the Influenza
EVENTS
Propagation Day
Sunday, September 11th 2022, 2pm to 4pm
Tour the Herb Garden and learn how to
propagate herbs and salvias.
Materials provided.
Bring your own secateurs if you have some
Please note: Masks will be required at this event
Spring Salvia Sale
Sunday, October 30th 2022, 8:30am to 12 Noon
For all those Salvia lovers and anyone who
is looking for an economic & colourful way
to add to your garden..
Herb Day Market
Sunday November 6th 2022, 10am to 3pm
The largest selection of potted herbs
for sale, this is an event not to miss if
you love gardening!
Great selection of herb seeds and books.