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Trees in Waverley

Trees provide many benefits including reduced cooling and heating costs, improved air quality, enhanced biodiversity, climate change counteraction, reduction in the heat island effect, and increased property values. In this section, find out how Waverley Council manages and protects trees on private property and in the public domain.
Gardening with native plants

Private gardens can be great habitats to many of our native birds and animals. Find handy hints for growing local native plants.
Weeds

A weed is commonly regarded as a plant that is growing where it is not wanted, or plant out of place.
Herbicide application

Waverley Council conducts a broad acre pesticide application to treat Bindii and Broadleaf weeds in turf twice a year.
How vegetation can cool your home

Establishing shade trees and vegetation on your property now will help your home and garden stay cool during the hotter and longer summers that are expected as the climate warms.
Public Gardening

Urban gardening is a fantastic way to get to know and work with your neighbours, grow your own organic produce and be in touch with the earth.

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