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Thursday, February 21, 2013

KOLLAM FLOWER SHOW-2013


KOLLAM FLOWER SHOW-2013
Roses, Bonsais to be major attractions of flower show
THE KOLLAM FLOWER FROM FRIDAY (23rd, February, 2013). Over 400 varieties of roses and international award winning bonsai trees will be the major attractions of the flower show set to begin on the Ashramam Guest House compound from Friday.The floral extravaganza, which will continue till March 3, is being organised by the Agri Horticultural and Zoological Society in cooperation with the district administration, Kollam Corporation, District Panchayat and the DTPC.
Organisers told a press meet here on Tuesday that the flower show features potted plants and cut flowers, including varieties of orchids, asters, balsam, dahlia, petunia, marigold and ornamental plants.Exhibition of fruits, agricultural produces and ornamental fishes would also be held as part of the show.An artificial forest arranged in the stall of the Forest Department will be another attraction of the event. Various competitions will be organised for the visitors. A food fest is also being planned for the event.Actress Sukumari will inaugurate the show on Friday. A ‘floral rally’ will be held on Friday evening to herald the event.

Prof. John Kurakar


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