The Engraving Friends produce identification labels for the plants and trees within the Ballarat Botanical Gardens.

The plant names are carefully researched from the reference library housed in the George Longley Building thus ensuring that the correct information is provided. Each label shows information regarding the species family name, botanical name, common name, the growing dimensions of the plant and country of origin. The labels are attached to a metal stake, which is placed at the base of the smaller plants or in some cases attached to a tree.

This group also undertakes engraving consignments for other Botanic Gardens, Schools and Community Gardens. The Friends of the Ballarat Botanical Gardens and Ballarat City Council have provided specialised computer-driven equipment for this group which is coordinated by Adele Thomas.

For more information please contact the secretary:

Email: fbbg@ncable.net.au

Mail: The Secretary, Friends of Ballarat Botanical Gardens Inc PO Box 33W Ballarat West, Vic 3350

Telephone: Robert Clark Centre Conservatory (03) 5320 5135