South African Wildflowers and Their Pollinators
- smalltalxinfo
- Oct 24
- 2 min read
Multi-award-winning landscaper and botanist Leon Kluge will present a talk at the Gordon’s Bay Yacht Club (Old Harbour) on Wednesday, 20 November, at 18:30, as part of the SmallTalX® series.
South Africa’s wildflower landscapes are celebrated for their breathtaking diversity and the remarkable relationships between plants and their pollinators. In this talk, Kluge will reveal how bees, birds, rodents, and even reptiles contribute to the intricate dance of pollination, and how these interactions have shaped some of the world’s most extraordinary floral adaptations. He will also highlight the beauty and ecological importance of the Cape Floristic Region—one of the richest biodiversity hotspots on Earth.
Leon Kluge is an internationally acclaimed horticulturist whose creative designs and botanical insight have earned him Gold Medals at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show in both 2024 and 2025, as well as top honours at the Singapore Garden Festival. Coming from a family deeply rooted in botany, Kluge’s work celebrates the intersection of art, ecology, and cultural storytelling through plants.
SmallTalX® is a public science and culture initiative that brings experts and curious minds together in intimate settings to explore fascinating topics across science, nature, art, and society. With a special focus on honing ecological awareness and supporting conservation efforts by our naturalists and scientists, SmallTalX® seeks to inspire curiosity and care for the natural world.
Tickets are R125 per person. The bar and restaurant will be open, and guests are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy a meal and the sunset before the talk begins. Booking is essential, as seats are limited. Reservations can be made via the SmallTalX website at www.smalltalx.info, by email at smalltalx.info@gmail.com, or via WhatsApp at 076 469 6485.
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