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Smelly flower close to blooming

November 11, 2026 6:00 am in by
Image: The Corpse Flower in November, 2024 [Geelong Broadcasters]

A stench that attracts thousands to Geelong is expected in the next week.

The Titan Arum, also known as the Corpse Flower, can grow up to three metres, and blooms for a short time, usually 24-48 hours.

It last flowered in November 2024, with more than 20,000 people lining up to see the smelly plant at Geelong Botanic Gardens.

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The council says over 350,000 people tuned into the livestream during the bloom period.

Crews are now on bloom watch, with updates to be provided by the council.

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