Two South African exhibits at the Chelsea Flower Show in London feature spectacular beaded aloe plants, produced by the Umcebo Trust crafters from Durban.
This is a magnificent achievement for the Umcebo Trust as well as for arts and crafts is South Africa.
I cannot write a better article than Karen Lotter has already posted, so here is an extract from her article:
Umcebo Trust Aloes
Umcebo Trust’s beaded aloes are a main feature of the eThekwini Municipality and the Kirstenbosch-South Africa exhibits at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show which takes place from 22 May to 26 May in the grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea, London.
“We’re going for gold,” says Thembinkosi Ngcobo, Head of the Durban’s Parks, Recreation and Culture Department. “This is a big opportunity to showcase our national heritage and the city.”
The theme of Durban’s exhibit is “Gateway to Durban”, and it will depict scenes from KwaZulu-Natal’s flora, fauna and rich culture. It includes a wire and beaded version of the Big Five, a rickshaw, a water feature and a signature aloe plant.
Photos taken by: Peter Bendheim
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