Gardening with Indigenous Plants
AU$15.00

Gardening with Indigenous Plants

Learn which plants best suit your garden

Next Available: Sat, 02 Aug 10:00AM (AEST)
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2 hours 30 minutes
Over 100 people have attended this class

Description

Join us for a talk by Fiona on "Gardening with Indigenous Plants," where you will discover the benefits of incorporating native flora into your garden. This presentation will explore the ecological advantages of using indigenous plants. Fiona will share practical tips on selecting, planting, and caring for native species, making it easier for you to create a diverse and eco-friendly garden. 

The presentation will also include a tour of the propagation areas, nursery and gardens here at Edendale Community Environment Farm including the pollinator garden and bushfood/rare plant gardens. You are welcome to bring along your questions.

Fiona Cross

Fiona currently works at Edendale Nursery for the Shire of Nillumbik – propagating and selling indigenous plants from the Shire. Fiona has worked in the conservation/horticultural industry for over 30 years, with experience in flora survey across Victoria, teaching Conservation and Horticulture students, and native plant propagation. 


This is an adult focused learning experience and not suited to young children.

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What you will learn

  • How to plant and care for your indigenous plants and to find out which indigenous plants are best suited to your garden

What you will get

  • Hands on experience and identification tips
Parking Info

While there is some parking available at the front of Edendale we would  encourage you to investigate some more sustainable transport options including:

  • Riding your bike
  • Public Transport 
  • Walking
  • Car pooling

Some overflow parking may be available at Eltham North playground. Plan your visit



What to bring

  • Gloves, hat, rain coat if it is cold and wet.

What to wear

Casual, closed shoes

Appropriate for

home gardeners, urban farmers, permaculture


Edendale Farm

4.8
(1279 Reviews)

Edendale is a Community Environment Farm on 6 hectares of land adjacent to the Diamond Creek in Eltham.

We are open 7 days a week 10am to 4.30pm. 

Entry to the farm is by Donation at one of our electronic tap points around the farm.

Along with our animals, indigenous plant nursery, school environmental education program, events and workshops, Edendale plays an important role as a hub for the local community to learn and share ideas about sustainable living, caring for nature and climate action.


Edendale offers:

  • Local native plant nursery
  • Preschool and school education programs
  • Community sustainability workshops
  • Family activities and events
  • Cafe Eden and spaces for picnics
  • Close proximity to Eltham North adventure playground reserve
  • Volunteer opportunities


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4.9 (51 reviews)
Allirarated it
25 May 2025
A helpful course for anyone in Nillumbik shire who would like to learn about indigenous plants and how best to use them. The friendly, informed and experienced facilitator Fiona made it even better!!
Annerated it
24 May 2025
Thanks Fiona for a great session. Well-paced and you took the time to answer our numerous questions, we were quite a diverse class; from residential blocks in Eltham to 30 acres in Christmas Hills, each with its own challenges (deer, rabbits, no topsoil, poor rainfall) to growing natives and indigenous plants. Look forward to catching up your Edendale plant nursery for more tips and purchasing suggestions for our 20 acres. Anne
Erinrated it
15 Sep 2024
I really enjoyed this workshop! It was relaxed and friendly, but also very informative. The facilitator was both knowledgeable and personable. I'm looking forward to getting on with my garden now that I have more ideas about what to do.
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Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 3 days before class starts. Free of charge.
  • A transfer can be requested 3 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
  • A credit note can be requested 3 days before the class starts. Free of charge.

No changes will be allowed after these times.

Terms & Conditions

Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Edendale Farm or organised by Edendale Farm must agree to these terms and conditions.

1. LIABILITY WAIVER

I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Edendale Farm

2. PHOTO & VIDEO

I agree to give Edendale Farm unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs, videos or recordings taken at Edendale Farm classes and events or on Edendale Farm premises. (For use of Edendale Farm marketing materials).

Photos and videos recordings will not be taken of children without written permission from parents or guardians.

3. CANCELLATIONS

In the event that a class is cancelled by Edendale Farm, students will be notified via email and entitled to a full refund, transfer or credit.

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