Abstract: Polish allotment gardeners, who cultivate publicly owned urban space, constitute the largest group of city land managers in the country. Detailed studies about the uses of cultivated plants on allotment gardens do not exist.
The aims of (this) study are to document plant richness and diversity of allotment-garden use and to explore the (changing) purpose of such gardens.… Continue reading
Read MoreAfter ten years as Director and Chief Executive of Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria, Tim Entwistle has decided to pursue other interests, “such as writing and speaking, and perhaps seek new civic roles”. He expects to depart in July, leaving plenty of time to find a successor.… Continue reading
Read MoreCompany Director, Lisa Boyd, recently announced that Seasol had signed a contract with Yates’ owners, DuluxGroup, to sell the business. Seasol will become a division of Yates.
The sale agreement is still subject to final steps, including ACCC approval but it is anticipated that the sale will be complete by the end of March.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Matthew Lunn – Executive Officer
After a delay of nearly five months due to COVID-19, the Perth Garden and Outdoor Garden Festival finally went ahead. For the first time in its 49-year history, it was held in spring at Langley Park Perth.… Continue reading
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