It's the end of August and the promise of spring is in the air. What a wonderful time of the year this is.
My wife and I visited the Dunedin Botanic Garden (just a few minutes' walk from the College) on Saturday, 26 August to view the glorious collection of magnolias which are always one of the first plants to flower in this part of the world.
What a stunning display, and one which was just asking to be photographed. I particularly like the deep purple variety and thought I'd include some of my photos here for you to enjoy. I really like how the furry buds transform themselves into such magnificent flowers.
The University campus also boasts a number of magnolias, the biggest situated in the quad between the Clocktower and Geology Buildings (see photos).
Meanwhile, back at the College, Staff Member Antony Arlidge is currently hard at work planting hundreds of annuals in our front garden for all to enjoy. Also, the daffodils are already flowering and the tulips will soon be out. Hopefully this delightful time of the year will prompt Members to pause, take a wee break from their studies and "smell the roses".
(Story by the Master, Dr Charles Tustin)
