Welcome to Sarah’s Australian Wildlife Garden Tour in the Southern Highlands. Hosted by Sarah Cains and husband Geoff, you will go on an enchanting journey through their beautiful garden in the Southern Highlands of NSW.

Sarah, an experienced horticulturist, shares her insights on gardening with native plants and the importance of creating wildlife-friendly spaces with Highlands Gardens Alive. In this detailed tour, you’ll learn about:

• The evolution of their garden and the shift from non-native to native plants.
• The benefits of choosing plants that suit local conditions.
• The impact of native plants on wildlife and the environment.
• Specific plants and trees in their garden, including Eucalyptus gregsoniana and Banksia integrifolia.
• Tips on pruning, maintaining garden health, and encouraging birdlife.
• Practical advice on creating urban forests and integrating garden spaces with the community.

Sarah emphasizes the significance of connectivity between gardens for wildlife movement and shares personal anecdotes about their gardening journey. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a nature enthusiast, this tour offers valuable knowledge and inspiration for creating your own native plant haven.

Here’s a link to more South Coast NSW native gardens.

More plant and garden ideas, as well as fellow enthusiasts, can be found at the Australian Plants Society NSW Southern Highlands group.

Thanks to Highlands Gardens Alive project (Instagram link), for production and use of the video.

We hope you enjoy Sarah’s Australian wildlife garden tour.