Plant this, not that: friendly alternatives to problem garde
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Did you know that some of the plants you buy from the nursery for your garden are quietly escaping to become weeds in local bushland, parks, and waterways? Join us for Plant this, not that —a relaxed, practical presentation designed for people who love gardening and want to make choices that help our environment thrive.In this session, we’ll explore some common garden plants that might look harmless but can spread quickly and cause problems for native wildlife and natural areas. More importantly, we’ll introduce you to beautiful, easy‑care plant alternatives that give you the same colour, texture, and garden appeal—without the environmental impact.
...About the presenter
Liesl Pacher is a passionate horticulturalist with more than 20 years’ experience caring for and curating some of Melbourne’s most cherished green spaces. As the Coordinator of Parks and Gardens at the City of Monash, she leads teams that look after everything from vibrant flowerbeds to urban forests, always with an eye for beauty, sustainability and community enjoyment. Her career has taken her through Parks Victoria and the National Trust of Australia (Victoria), where she gained hands‑on experience across conservation areas, heritage landscapes and major public parks. She loves sharing practical, environmentally thoughtful gardening insights and is dedicated to helping people create resilient, thriving gardens—whether in a backyard, a streetscape or a large public park.
Banner image: Del Kathryn BARTON
the human dress (video still) 2014
two-channel HD video with sound
9 mins (looped)
collection of the artist
Date
Friday 10 April 2026 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Museum of Australian Photography
860 Ferntree Gully Rd, Wheelers Hill Vic 3150
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