Local Noosa Orchids
An enthusiastic group of plants lovers gathered at the NICA rooms to hear Joan Heavey’s presentation on local Orchids. Joan has spent years researching, locating and identifying the Orchids found in and around Noosa Shire.
An enthusiastic group of plants lovers gathered at the NICA rooms to hear Joan Heavey’s presentation on local Orchids. Joan has spent years researching, locating and identifying the Orchids found in and around Noosa Shire.
A new publication is available that is a great reference for urban wildlife gardens: ‘Plant Local to Attract Local’ by Anne Moran and Mike Fox.
UWG is based on a ‘Gardens for Wildlife’ scheme set up by Barung Landcare, which in turn was based on a program run by the Tasmanian Land Conservancy to encourage wildlife-friendly gardens across Tasmania.
I’m sure most of you have heard of iNaturalist, but do you know much about it?
The UWG Handbook is free to members or available for purchase at NICA.
The Australian Bee Book by Tim Heard is definitely a go to reference for anyone thinking of introducing native stingless bees into their gardens.