Back by popular demand, MidCoast Council will host a final free interactive workshop at the Pacific Palms Markets on Sunday 28 March to assist local green thumbs to create amazing gardens.
Taking advantage of the regular rainfall across the region, it's perfect timing to consider establishing an easy-care, native Australian garden that is also drought-tolerant.
According to MidCoast Council's Environmental Officer – Education and Engagement, Erin Masters the key to success lies in knowing how to remove weeds and keep them at bay, giving your new native plants the space they need to thrive.
"Weed removal is complex and unfortunately there is no single removal technique that is suitable for all species," explained Erin.
"By choosing the right removal technique and making weed removal part of your gardening routine, you can reduce the amount of seed in the ground, and in reducing the seed bank, this will lessen your long term work load and create space for the plants you love."
The workshop will help identify problem weeds and show effective techniques to remove them.
To get involved, turn up early to the markets and sign up for one of the sessions which begin at 10am and 11.30am. All participants will also receive a free weeding kit.
Public safety is priority and COVID safe guidelines provided by the NSW Department of Health will be followed. Numbers at each session will be limited and attendees will be required to login using a QR code. Attendees will also need to wear covered shoes to participate.
The team at MidCoast Council is working with Pacific Palms residents as part of the Backyard Bushcare program to reduce weeds in gardens and reserves.
The Backyard Bushcare program is a four year project supported by the NSW Government through its Environmental Trust, which encourages local communities to work together to remove weeds from their own backyards and help protect the natural bushland that surrounds their town. The program will be wrapping up at the end of April, so come along and learn more about what you can do in your backyard to keep it wildlife friendly now and into the future.
