About Sustainable Macleod
Sustainable Macleod works on 4 pillars of sustainability- edible gardening/food security, biodiversity, clean energy and waste.
Projects by Sustainable Macleod include a wide range of events and workshops, the Sustainable Macleod Community Garden, a tool library and seed bank for members and sale of plants raised in the Garden.
Latest from the blog
Featuring the latest Macleod news along with a variety of gardening and growing tips, recipes and information on sustainable living.
Taking action on textile waste
When you open your wardrobe or drawers you will probably see things that you haven't worn in ages. Chances are most were bought new, on a whim. All those shirts, singlets, pants, dresses, skirts, tops, scarves, jackets, socks, novelty clothing and of course school and...
What can we do to cool the urban heat island?
As summer warms up, the heat island effect is becoming more noticeable. Put simply, the heat island effect (UHI) comes about because cities create their own microclimates. Most gardeners are aware of the different microclimates created in backyards.
The magnificence of dragonflies
Across our north-eastern Melbourne suburbs, dragonflies (and their cousins damselflies) are relatively common. They are found right across Australia and all around the world. There are hundreds of species in Australia alone and it’s estimated there are about 5,000 species around the world.
Can I save zucchini seed?
Top tips for saving zucchini seeds allow fruit to fully mature on the vine until skin is hard cover male and female flowers with mesh bags and hand pollinate ferment the seed The short answer to whether you can save zucchini seed is 'yes' but it is a complicated...
What you need to know to grow an avocado
Top tips on growing avocados create excellent drainage stake your tree protect from wind and frost prepare your hole and add nutrients several months before planting Planting an avocado tree is quite straightforward as long as you have specific knowledge about site...
The case for growing your own avocados
Have you ever considered that when you buy an avocado you could be supporting a Mexican criminal cartel or supporting water rights in Chile that are resulting in thousands of small farmers being effectively deprived of their livelihoods? Mexico is the biggest producer...
Join Sustainable Macleod
Become a member and get access to the community garden, the tool library and our seed library. We welcome all members of the community and have regular events and workshops to enjoy.