Seeing leaves being eaten by caterpillars can be very frustrating for the urban gardener. It can be tempting to spray them. But if we are serious about wildlife then caterpillars are a vital part of local biodiversity and food supply for other wildlife and often transform into beautiful butterflies and moths.
Dumping of green waste is a significant and expensive problem for Noosa Council. Learn why it’s a concern and how to report to Council.
Join us for a workshop with local photographer and former Noosa Mayor, Tony Wellington to explain how he goes about photographing local critters.
Our March workshop presenter, Dan Rumsey, from Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers 24/7, spoke about our local snakes and how to live safely alongside them.
Singapore daisy is the most widespread weed in the Noosa shire.
Urban gardens often need to serve multiple purposes - being functional, attractive and a haven for wildlife, as well as overcoming site challenges and realising opportunities. This article outlines a design approach for beginners to consider.
The Open Wildlife Garden this month was hosted by John Birbeck at his remarkable acreage garden in Black Mountain.
Urban Wildlife Gardens was recently invited to be guest speaker at the Tewantin Noosa Garden Club.
February has given us lots of rain, greenery and growth. The colourful new foliage and every possible shade of green has contrasted with the fungi and been appreciated by caterpillars. In a small urban garden the challenge is to display contrasting foliage and make the best use of splashes of colour. I hope you enjoy your garden as you also tackle the abundance of weeds such as Singapore Daisy and the introduced pasture legumes that try to out-compete our local native plants.
Presenter Dan Rumsey from Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers 24/7, will speak about our local snakes and how to live safely alongisde them.
