Shire and City Council Workshops

Help your residents develop sustainable gardening practices by providing a workshop targeted at waterwise and diversity awareness.

Waterwise Series

Teach your residents how to garden sustainably and make informed choices about plant selection, garden maintenance and watering practices with a workshop from this series.

  • Part one of the waterwise series focuses on the importance of soil. We discuss soil types, beneficial microbes, hydrophobia and methods for improving soil to sustain healthy plant growth. Come explore why planting methods matter and how you can set your plant up for a resilient life.

  • Part two of this series focuses plant characteristics and morphology. Discuss what features make plants resilient and drought tolerant to help you make better design choices.

  • Part three of the waterwise series looks at how different watering methods affects water usage as well as the types of water available for home gardeners.

Gardening for wildlife habitat and biodiversity workshop, Perth, Western Australia

Wildlife Workshops

Learn how to support native species and attract local fauna into your garden with one of these workshops.

  • What do birds need to survive and thrive? Learn how your small space can contribute to the larger picture and support local bird populations.

  • Let’s discuss the vast array of habitat opportunities home gardeners can provide in a well planned garden. You’d be amazed at the benefits of supporting local biodiversity in your backyard!

Verge Gardening Workshop; drought tolerant, hardy verge plants. Peth, Western Australia

Verge Workshop

Gardening on the verge is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to your streetscape, encourage wildlife and create a beautiful vista for your home. This workshop teaches residents the basics in safety, plant choices and how to find out more about their local shire’s rules and regulations.

Nyoongar Six Seasons Gardening Workshop, Perth, Western Australia - Birak Bunuru Djeran Makuru Djilba Kambarang

Seasonal Series

Follow the six seasons and enjoy your gardening journey with this series of workshops. Each one discusses seasonal tasks such as what maintenance to perform, pests to keep an eye on, planting to be done and safety precautions. Help residents be aware of fuel loads, weed control methods and other important tasks when the timing is right.

  • Focus on drought tolerance, water usage, hydrophobia and fire awareness.

  • Keep water usage sustainable, support local fauna and stay safe in the heat.

  • As the weather cools, treat summer weeds and pests, plan for the respite and harvest Autumn veg.

  • Embrace the wet season, plant, prune and keep an eye out for snails! There’s plenty of vital winter tasks to complete.

  • Tackle late winter tasks to keep your property safe, identify stunning natives in season and support breeding birds.

  • Kick start summer edibles, learn about fire fuel loads and prepare your garden for drought season.

Gardening and sustainability workshops
 

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Workshop requirements:

  • Workshops require an indoor venue with access to power and a projector/smart screen.

  • Audience volume is only limited by your venue, and seating arrangements.

  • Workshops typically run 2 - 2.5 hours. Longer and whole-day events can be negotiated.

  • Venue bookings will need to include an additional hour either side of the event to set up and pack down.

  • It is recommended the City/Shire provide light snack and beverages to residents to assist engagement and sense of community.

Gardening Workshops, Perth, WA

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