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Longwood bushfire flower display at Melbourne Flower Show

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Apr 8, 2026

Arts, Culture & Lifestyle

RED Earth Bulbs put together a reflective display centred around the Longwood bushfires of January at the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show in March, to remind people about the devastating effects of the fires.

Tim Drewitt is the owner of Red Earth Bulbs, and the organiser of the display. He spoke about how it came to fruition.

“We’re long-term exhibitors there [the Melbourne Flower Show]. It was our 18th year and each year we try and highlight either something in the community or an event that has happened last year,” Tim said.

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