Gardening Workshop: Australian Native and Indigenous Plants

Learn how to do gardening the Australian way with our home and garden short class in Sydney!


Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College
4.8 (280)
5k likes

4 hours Class size 1 to 20 guests       $139

Discover the beauty and resilience of Australian native and indigenous plants in this engaging workshop. Explore the unique qualities and distinctive features of these plants, and appreciate their remarkable adaptations to our environment.
In this class, you'll learn how Australian natives have evolved to thrive in our unique ecology and climate, and how this knowledge informs their care. Gain expert tips for cultivating and maintaining these plants, ensuring your garden is both visually appealing and functional throughout the year.
You'll also discover a variety of native food plants, from bush tucker to delicious edibles, and learn how to confidently incorporate them into your garden.
Join us to unlock the secrets of Australian native plants and create a beautiful, resilient garden. Whether you’re new to gardening or looking to expand your skills, this course offers invaluable knowledge and practical advice, providing you with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed.
By the end of this class, you should be able to:
  • Recognise the special qualities of Australian native plants
  • Determine the suitability of native and Indigenous plants for your garden
  • Select appropriate, fit-for purpose native plants for gardens
  • Successfully grow and maintain Australian native plants
  • Explore the diversity of Australian native food plants
Class content:
  • How do we grow Australian native plants?
  • Special needs and requirements for these plants
  • How Australian native plants have adapted with the Australian ecology and environment
  • The special features of our continent's native plants
  • Selecting natives for specific locations
  • Choosing Australian natives for specific uses
  • Mixing and matching Australian native plants in your garden
  • The most intriguing bush tucker plants
  • The most delicious edible Australian native plants
  • Special attributes of plants for attracting birds, fire resistance, and native bee pollination
  • Long-term suitability of various native plants
Please note: Specific plant selection advice is available from your local horticulturist to help with plant requirements for your local area. Your specific local area plant species are not covered in this course.
Knowledge required
This class is designed for gardeners seeking in-depth knowledge about growing Australian native plants and Indigenous plants in their gardens.
This is not a beginners class in plant care. If you're looking for foundational knowledge on growing plants, consider enrolling in our Indoor Plants Gardening Class.
What to bring
Notepad and pen, or a tablet/phone, to take notes.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea or team building activity.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

Sydney Community College - 2A Gordon St, Rozelle NSW

Corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd in the grounds of St. Joseph's Church

Gardening Workshop: Australian Native and Indigenous Plants location
More info

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Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College

4.8 (280)
5k likes

Sydney Community College is a social enterprise with a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
Our mission is to enrich lives, to strengthen adult individuals and to build communities through innovative high quality continuing education and training.

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