Verge Gardening – the benefits and considerations of planting beyond the boundary

Thu Mar 19 2026 at 08:30 am to 10:00 am UTC+11:00

Speers Point, New South Wales | Warners Bay

The Groundswell Collective
Publisher/HostThe Groundswell Collective
Verge Gardening \u2013 the benefits and considerations of planting beyond the boundary
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Your garden doesn’t have to stop at the fence.
This session looks beyond the backyard to explore how verge and nature strip gardens can support biodiversity, cool streets, improve soil health and build stronger communities.
This practical workshop will guide you through the key steps to planning, preparing, and planting a verge garden, including:
✏️ Design basics
👩🏻‍🌾 Soil preparation
🌱 Plant selection
✅ How to work within Council requirements so your verge garden is compliant, supported and set up for success
Whether you already garden your verge or are just curious, this session will inspire you to think differently about public spaces.

All participants will receive a free, native verge-appropriate plant.

Who this is for:
Residents, renters, educators, sustainability groups, and anyone interested in community-led environmental action.

Please bring:
A satellite image of your verge (printed or on a tablet/phone) so you can map out your design ideas during the workshop.

Date & Time:
Thursday 19 March, 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Speers Point
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Speers Point, New South Wales, Warners Bay, New South Wales, Australia

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