Uncover Floral Wonders at The Wetlands Centre’s Conservation Nursery
— Date: Thursday, 21 August, 2025
— Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
— Location: The Education Room, The Wetlands Centre Cockburn
184 Hope Road, Bibra Lake WA 6163
Join The Wetlands Centre's Conservation Nursery experts to uncover the art of propagating native species. Led by a passionate team of conservation horticulturalists, botanists, and volunteers, the nursery is a hub of biodiversity, cultivating thousands of plants annually for gardens, revegetation, and wetlands.
In this session, you’ll explore the secrets of propagating and nurturing native Western Australian plants using locally sourced materials, and learn propagation methods tailored to our local plant families.
“This workshop is truly unique. I’ll be delving into plant families, which will let you accurately identify which family a certain species of plant comes from. Knowing that, you can apply the propagation techniques you learn here to any plant, and you will see success with it.”
— Hazel Dempster, native plants and propagation expert for over 50 years.
— Price: $90 (includes morning tea)
— Maximum Participants: 25 only
What to Bring:
— Water bottle
— Closed-in shoes
— Long-sleeve shirt and trousers
— Umbrella/raincoat (for inclement weather)
Provided:
— Coffee and tea
— Light morning tea
— Insect repellent
— All required equipment
Presenters:
— Lanie Cottam
— Hazel Dempster
Schedule:
— 9:30 am – Welcome and introduction to The Wetlands Centre
— 9:40 am – Introduction to the six seasons and the importance of native plants
— 10:00 am – Propagation overview by Nursery experts
— 11:00 am – Light morning tea
— 11:30 am – Bush walk with Nursery Manager
— 12:10 pm – Visit and purchase from the nursery
— 12:30 pm – Event concludes
— Sponsored by: Community Bank Fremantle – Bendigo Bank
About Hazel Dempster:
Hazel has contributed to the Wildflower Society of WA for over 50 years and is an Honorary Life Member. She’s a key figure in native plant propagation and W**d management, with a long-standing impact on national policy and education. In 2013, she received the Australian Plants Award at the ANPSA Conference.
About Lanie Cottam:
Lanie is a conservation horticulturist with deep expertise in plant health monitoring, land management, and ecological restoration. She leads the nursery with a strong focus on sustainability and biodiversity.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to deepen your knowledge and join a vibrant community dedicated to preserving WA’s rich natural heritage.
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