There are many opportunities to green the space in and around your home, neighbourhood and community. Read our guidelines on maintaining plants on your property and information on sustainable gardening, street gardens and community gardens.
Grow it Local
Put your patch on the map and get involved with a community of like-minded gardeners with Grow it Local.
Community garden policy
Community gardens are a unique type of public open space. They contribute to food production, improve local food security and enhance public health and wellbeing.
Street Garden Guidelines
Street gardens are located on green areas on public land such as nature strips or median strips. They are planted and maintained by community members for food or ornamental purposes.
Community gardens, street gardens and compost hubs
Community and street gardens provide an opportunity to grow food and plants, learn new skills and meet new people. They range from formal community gardens on City of Melbourne land to street gardens located on nature strips or median strips.
Sustainable Gardening in the City of Melbourne
The Sustainable Gardening in the City of Melbourne booklet gives you practical advice on gardening in private spaces found in our municipality, such as roof tops, balconies and smaller front and back yards.
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