Join Hilary Pearl for a hands-on workshop introducing some of the characteristics used to identify and classify plants. You will pull flowers apart and make a mini-plant press. Through photos of key plant features, you will enjoy a visual feast of Sunshine Coast flora.
Our Verge Garden Workshop, in partnership with Noosa and District Landcare, was well attended and the fine weather contributed to an enjoyable morning. It was held at the beautiful Station Place Native Garden next to the Landcare HinterHub in Pomona and attendees were able to see examples of many of the plants recommended for verges.
This workshop will take participants through the design requirements for verge gardens to meet pedestrian safety and servicing obligations, as well as the ideal native plants choices for your verge garden.
Workshop presenter, Joan Heavey has always had an interest in native flora and fauna and is passionate about preserving and protecting Noosa’s natural environment. Since retiring she has spent much of her time discovering the natural wonders of the Noosa Shire, in particular our local native orchids.
Our first Community Workshop was held at the Peregian Community House this month. It was a free Urban Wildlife Garden Workshop for Noosa’s coastal foreshore neighbourhoods, organised in partnership with Noosa Council.
UWG are planning the installation of our second verge demonstration garden funded by Noosa Council, this time at Peregian Beach. Our committee member Sarah was responsible for the funding submission and is the Project Manager.