Wildflower gardens are planted extensively in European cities for aesthetic and biodiversity benefits. Now Australian companies and councils are getting on board. And that’s good news for one business that’s bringing back the bush
Clearing weeds and winter pruning is underway at a cultural garden in inner Sydney. South Eveleigh is a business precinct with a flower garden at its heart. And caring for the plants is a focus for local First Nations businessman, Roman Deguchi.
“At least 90% of the plants here are endemic species. We've got lots of different things. A lot of bush foods, a lot of nitrogen sort of fixers a lot of established trees that were here originally. Like the lemon scented gums, a few different species of wattles. So, acacias, Gymea lilies.” Mr Deguchi is local to the Redfern area and says working in the garden and learning more about native plants has helped him reconnect with his culture.
“We've got a big project with Sydney University that's going to be coming up that's going to be a really exciting one. We've got more work coming up with Sydney Airport, that’s a really important partnership with, we've got some work coming up with Woolworths.” For many young workers, a fulltime job in a culturally safe environment helps build skills and confidence.“School wasn't really for me. I was left at the early age at school and I was in and out of jobs. This is the longest job I've held. Been here for about two, two-and-a-half years. Eventually down the track, Hopefully start my own business and get young kids from the area too, around, into more jobs.
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