Gardening has long been linked with positive mental health, and the two will be combined next weekend at Council's annual plant giveaway.
Council is partnering with the Jordan Liberty Project and other community groups at this year's event to provide plants to help green the community and also raise awareness about mental health.
The event will be held at the Riddiford Arboretum between from 8am-midday on September 19, with 500 plants to give away (limit of 2 per household).
The range of hardy shrubs, groundcovers, and small native trees have been selected in consultation with the Riddiford Arboretum Working Group, and Council staff will be in attendance to do planting demonstrations.
There will also be a free sausage sizzle provided by the PCYC, and various community groups will be in attendance to provide assistance and guidance on mental health.
Mayor Tom Kennedy said he hoped to see a large turnout at the event.
"I think it's a great new approach this year to link the event with mental health, and I'd like to thank Jason King (Jordan Liberty Project) and all other mental health providers for coming onboard for the community's benefit," said Mayor Kennedy.
"Every shrub or groundcover we can get planted in the community will help control dust and lead, and there's never a bad time to offer locals some extra help with mental health."
The day will also feature a tilemaking workshop sponsored by Mission Australia, with the tiles to be used in a mosaic labyrinth as part of the long-term 'Peaceful Place' vision for the arboretum.
The Peaceful Place initiative aims to activate and enhance the Riddiford Arboretum as a tranquil, accessible place for reflection, connection, and wellbeing.
