Open Garden at Country Dahlias

Sunday March 29 2026

Enjoy an wonderful day venturing into the Western District to view the remarkable collection of dahlias created by renowned grower and breeder Jenny Parish, now grown and cared for by the energetic and enthusiastic Kara

Self-drive to Country Dahlias

11am to 4pm

15 Old Beech Forrest Road

Gellibrand, Victoria 3239

Entry: Gold Coin Donation

On Sunday 29 March, enjoy a day out with family or carpool with friends and make your way to Gellibrand in the Great Otway Ranges near Colac, to visit the amazing dahlia collection of Country Dahlias.

It’s a full day’s outing with hundreds of different dahlias to be seen. Kara and Tony feel privileged to preserve Victoria’s oldest Dahlia collection and continue Jenny Parish’s legacy.

We can look forward to a lovely day of wandering among the blooms in the beautiful Otway landscape and saying hello to Samson and the Highland cows. 

It’s a great opportunity to share your love of dahlias with fellow members.

Lunch Options

DSV recommend purchasing lunch from the Gellibrand Riverfront Store to support a bushfire-affected community.

A classic lunch selection of pies, Frittatas, Lasagnas, Focacias and varieties of sandwiches to cater for all tastes. Good coffee and delicious sweet slices. 

Alternatively, you are welcome to

bring your own picnic lunch.

MEMBER ONLY EVENT

RSVP REQUIRED

Please advise via RSVP if you would like to purchase lunch from the store and the number of meals required.

https://www.countrydahlias.com.au/