Welcome to your Autumn 2025 Edition of HortInsights!

This issue, we take you behind the scenes of a truly rare event—the blooming and hand-pollination of the Corpse Flower, a fascinating botanical phenomenon that few get to witness. We also proudly introduce the inaugural Hazel King Memorial Scholarship, a meaningful new initiative to support and encourage our graduate members.

For those with a passion for show gardens, Martin Semken shares insights from 30 years of creating award-winning landscapes, both locally and internationally. Meanwhile, we explore the lasting impact of Forests of Hope, a project dedicated to leaving a legacy for future generations.

We hope this edition informs, inspires, and sparks new ideas in your work and passion for horticulture.

Enjoy the read!