Waterwise Small Gardens Workshop

About the event

Small spaces can still offer big opportunities for gardening. Whether you have a courtyard, balcony or a small backyard, you can create a green, welcoming space that supports local wildlife and suits your lifestyle. This workshop explores practical ways to make the most of limited outdoor areas through thoughtful design, clever planting and sustainable gardening techniques. 

We will cover: 

• Design principles for maximising small spaces 

• Multi‑functional garden features and furniture 

• Choosing suitable plants for compact areas 

• Creating privacy and shelter with screens, trellises and planting 

• Vertical and container gardening 

• Sustainable and waterwise gardening practices 

• Encouraging native wildlife and pollinators 

• Simple composting and soil‑improvement methods 

• Growing edible plants for fresh herbs and vegetables. 

Join our Small Garden Workshop and learn how to create a thriving, low‑maintenance garden right outside your door. This session focuses on sustainable, waterwise approaches that help you make the most of your space while supporting a healthy local environment. 

Hannah from Budding Concepts will share her knowledge of native plants and practical verge design ideas. 
City of Cockburn residents will receive a native seedling to take home and get their garden started. 

This workshop is co‑funded by the Water Corporation’s Waterwise Council Program, and co-hosted with the Atwell Community Association.