Australia's premier botanical art exhibition returns for its 18th edition with more than 100 original works combining artistic excellence and scientific precision. Presented by the Friends of the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, the exhibition brings together Australian and international botanical artists whose subjects range from native flora and cultivated garden plants to vegetables and other familiar species. It is suited to art lovers, gardeners, families, students and anyone interested in plants, nature or scientific illustration.
The exhibition is at Domain House, beside Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, from Saturday 19 September to Sunday 4 October 2026, open daily 10am–4pm. Admission is free and no booking is required; an online virtual exhibition is also available through the organiser's website.
The venue reports accessible toilets and mobility access. For access needs or other enquiries, contact 03 9650 6398 or botanicexhibitions@frbgmelb.org.au.
