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These majestic mountains, Nel said, were formed billions of years ago when the Falklands Plateau crashed into the African Plate and caused the sedimentary rock layers to fold up in parallel lines across the plains. Large panels weaved through the exhibit’s landscape as “if carved by nature, creating an earthy backdrop for our vibrant flora to take centre stage”.
The Cape Floral Kingdom is one of the six identified floristic kingdoms in the world. Its land area represents less than 0.5% of the African continent and contains 20% of the continent’s flora. The density, endemism, and diversity of an estimated 9 000 plant species have made this region one of the world’s 35 biodiversity hotspots.
An unprecedented 22 000 stems were used in the display to create a proudly South African explosion of fynbos. Special effort was made to include rarely seen hybrids such as the fan favourite,, who won the last two gold medals for South Africa at Chelsea, was a privilege. For the display, Kluge showed the Cape in just 64 square metres. “His talent is quite evident, but it is his work ethic and that of his team, Tristan Woudberg and Sven Musica, was inspirational.
A South African exhibit has been part of the show since 1976, and during 43 years of participation the exhibit has earned 37 gold awards, of which the green industry in South Africa is exceptionally proud.