Resources
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Verge Garden Workshop
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.
Brush Turkeys – Friend or Foe
Australian Brush Turkeys (Alectura lathami) belong to the family Megapodiidae, or mound-building birds, with their population extending from Cape York down the eastern coastline of Australia into far-eastern Victoria.
A Gardener’s Guide to Native Species for the Sunshine Coast – Publication Review
Co-authored by seasoned forester and bush regenerator, Paul Ryan, and Noosa and District Landcare horticulturist, Bernice Rosier, this publication offers detailed insights into the Sunshine Coast’s natural environment.
Acacias – the Food Pantry of Wildlife Gardens
Acacias, more commonly called Wattles, are the food pantry for native fauna in Australia,
The flowers provide nectar for Honeyeaters, and often flower at a time in autumn and winter when other flora is not in flower.
September Verge Gardens in Noosa Shire Workshop
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.
Our Local Native Orchids Workshop – some tips to identify them
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.
Winter Worm Farming
With Spring around the corner comes new growth, blooming flowers, longer days and an opportunity to get some slimy friends to help in the garden. Worms slow down in the winter entering a form of dormancy, travelling deep into the soil to conserve energy, many curling into a slime coated ball which helps keep them moist and provides protection against the cold.
Plant Local to Attract Local – Publication Review
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.
Peregian Community Coastal Workshop
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.
Garden Tip – Tree Guards
Spring is almost here so it is time to get planting. Putting plants into the ground now will allow them time to establish before the summer heat kicks in. When planting in a fenced garden, plant guards aren’t so necessary. They would help to keep pets and balls from damaging the plants, but the main use for guards is to protect from kangaroos and wallabies.
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