Nature Strip Gardens
Nature strips contribute significantly to the streetscape of Camden, providing biodiversity value and act to soften built structures in urban areas. This information provides guidance on how you can create safe, low-maintenance gardens that boosts biodiversity, manage stormwater and enhance your street.
What is a nature strip garden?
Nature strip or verge gardens are planted on the public land between a property's boundary and the road's edge, or kerb. It is typically where grass or other ground cover is maintained by the resident or property owner.
What are the benefits of nature strip gardens?
Nature strip gardens increase the diversity of plants on your nature strip providing benefits including:
- Biodiversity
- Sustainability
- Amenity
- Community
- Reduced maintenance
- Reduced urban heat island effect
How do I get started?
To start planning your nature strip garden, review Council's Nature Strip and Gardens Maintenance Policy to understand the requirements. It is important to remember that the nature strip is a public space and although no formal notification is required, you are encouraged to speak to your neighbours about your plans for a nature strip garden.
Guidelines at a glance.
Where can I get more information?
For further information review Council's Nature strip gardens information sheet, phone 13 22 63 or visit www.camden.nsw.gov.au