Gardens for Wildlife - Open Native Garden Trail | Hunchy

A botanical wonderland - Hunchy

with Joan Dillon

Joan’s garden commenced on a neglected paddock, part of a former dairy farm. It grew in stages as weeds and exotic grasses were removed and has changed considerably over time. The focus has always been on attracting wildlife so the garden has been planted to achieve layers from groundcovers up to taller trees, now a mature part of the revegetation program. The most recent project involved removal of a lawn, AKA mown pasture, and planting low, mostly flowering shrubs in its place using three grass trees as the focal point. It has been experimental with some plant choices not surviving prolonged wet weather and others doing unexpectedly well. Another area has proved ideal for orchids and some parts are designated ‘habitat’ and left alone. Plenty of learnings along the way to share.

When: September 17, 9.00 am - 10.30 am 

Where: The Barung Bus will depart from Coral St at 8.30 am with car pool options. All logistics will be confirmed in the lead up to the event to to ensure everyone’s needs are met.

Please note this is a members only event. If you would like to become a member you can join here.

To book, please register online

or by phone 5494 3151

or at the office (38A Coral St, Maleny)

We kindly ask that if you are registering for more than one person (e.g. a partner or family member/s), please add them as a guest as part of your registration.

This event is part of the Gardens for Wildlife - Open Native Garden Trail 2022. Read more here.