Test Garden Open Day
Come along to the Test Garden at Fed Square for the first in a monthly series of open days.
Hear from gardeners, designers and horticulturalists about the naturalistic planting style and flowers in bloom, and take part in workshops designed to connect you with nature.
In this first session, hear from plant practitioner and director of Super Bloom, Jac Semmler, and landscape architect and principal at Hassell, Susie Quinton, from the design team for Laak Boorndap.
Join us in the garden for an informal presentation on the plants in season in the Test Garden, how to create a flourishing garden in dry summer conditions, and the importance of biodiversity in urban spaces.
Take part in a plant drawing workshop with Craig from Draw Plants Together, the perfect opportunity to connect with the diverse plant life of the Test Garden and experiment with drawing in a supportive space.
These programs will be held outdoors in the Test Garden at Fed Square. Please bring a hat and water bottle; all other materials will be provided.
10am: Visit our coffee cart by Corner Store Network
10:30am–12pm: Hear from Jac Semmler and Susie Quinton
12:30pm–2:30pm: Plant drawing workshop with Draw Plants Together
Register below and follow @laak.boorndap for regular updates on programming and plants in bloom.
10am-12pm
A monthly series of talks, featuring the gardeners, designers and horticulturalists behind the Test Garden and Laak Boorndap. On the first Saturday of the month, join us in the garden for an informal session on plants in season, how to create a flourishing garden in dry summer conditions, and the importance of biodiversity in urban spaces.
Saturday 1 March: Jac Semmler and Susie Quinton
Saturday 5 April: Jon Hazelwood, Amie Mason and Susie Quinton
Saturday 3 May: Claire Farrell and Dean Schrieke
12.30pm-2.30pm
Come along to this inclusive plant drawing workshop with Craig from Draw Plants Together, the perfect opportunity to connect with the diverse plant life of the Test Garden and experiment with drawing in a supportive space.
The plants at the Test Garden are sending out roots, saying hello to each other and getting familiar with the place. Already they’re supporting lots of local life, including blue banded bees and other pollinators.
Join the fun, and tune into a way with drawing that’s relaxing and connects us to our surroundings. Enjoy the textures, rhythms, colours, patterns and shapes of this unique emerging urban ecosystem.
- Find your way with drawing
- Connect with plants
- Learn with others
All materials are provided. No need for experience with drawing – just bring a smile and your curiosity.