Glen Eira has a diverse range of indigenous plants which need special care.
Indigenous plants of Glen Eira
What are indigenous plants?
Glen Eira is part of the Sandbelt region of south-eastern Melbourne. Indigenous plants refer to the locally native plant species found in this area before European settlement, excluding hybrids.
Indigenous species provide habitat, like food sources and shelter, that our native wildlife need to thrive and move through our suburbs.
You can help attract local wildlife to your garden by planting indigenous plants to create habitat.
Benefits of planting indigenous species
Indigenous plants offer many benefits for residents, wildlife and the environment. They:
- Provide food, shelter, nesting spots for local wildlife
- Produce flowers with nectar and pollen that support native insect pollinators like bees, butterflies and birds
- Are well-adapted to local conditions, with some species tolerant of drought conditions, wind and low nutrient soils
- Generally, require less water than many exotic (non-native) plant species once established
- Improve biodiversity in gardens and neighbourhoods
- Help create habitat connections between gardens, parks and reserves
- Celebrate and protect Glen Eira's natural heritage and broader social and cultural values
