Golden Bay Community Garden

09/06/2026

02/06/2026

City of Rockingham’s sixth edition of their GREEN newsletter

A STEAM-Lab workshop for understanding the 3 bin-system and other ways of recycling. Why can we recycle hard plastic and not soft plastic? What do we do with bottle tops anyway?! If you have any specific needs or require accommodations in order to comfortably attend this event, please let us know. ....

24/05/2026

🪏 🪴 Wonderful to see the community spirit on display at the Golden Bay Community Garden Busy Bee today.

Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to help with planting, mulching and preparing the garden.

Community gardens are about so much more than growing food they bring people together, create friendships, share knowledge and strengthen our neighbourhood connections.

A huge thank you to everyone who gave their time and energy to help keep this beautiful space thriving.

If you’re interested in getting involved, meeting new people or learning more about gardening, new members are always welcome. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

Bring ideas 💡 and bring your energy 💥

Together we are growing a stronger, greener community 🌱

21/05/2026

Massive thank you to Affordable Cuts Tree Services for the mulch 🍂

We are now ready for our busy bee this
📆 Sunday 24th May 9-12

Join us! enjoy the sun☀️ for the end of Djeran Season and meet the community. 🌱

02/05/2026

14/04/2026

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24/02/2026

Garden Meeting this afternoon at 4:30pm at the Community Garden. Community welcome to join.

Come down green thumbs!

08/02/2026

Wow what a crop - I have never been successful with cucumbers? Any tips from local gardeners you can share? 🥒

Vertical Gardening with Trellises: Growing More Food in Less Space

The image shows cucumber plants trained along a sturdy trellis, with dozens of fruits hanging neatly beneath healthy green foliage.
This growing method highlights the power of vertical gardening—a simple yet highly effective technique for increasing yields, improving plant health, and making better use of garden space.

Using Vertical Space Wisely
Rather than spreading across the ground, the cucumber vines are guided upward and over the trellis.
This allows gardeners to grow more food in a smaller area, making vertical gardening ideal for raised beds, small gardens, and urban spaces.
By lifting plants off the soil, valuable ground space is freed for other crops.

Healthier Plants and Cleaner Harvests
Hanging fruits benefit from better air circulation and sunlight exposure.
This reduces the risk of fungal diseases, pests, and rot that often occur when cucumbers rest on damp soil.
The result is cleaner, straighter fruits that are easier to spot and harvest.

Improved Yield and Efficiency
When vines are supported properly, plants can focus more energy on producing fruit rather than sprawling growth.
Vertical systems often lead to higher yields per plant and more uniform fruit development, as seen in the evenly sized cucumbers lining the trellis.

Easier Maintenance and Harvesting
Trellised cucumbers are easier to prune, water, and inspect for pests.
Harvesting becomes faster and less physically demanding since fruits hang at eye and hand level, reducing strain and saving time during peak harvest periods.

Strong, Simple Structures
The metal trellis shown provides reliable support for heavy, fruit-laden vines.
Durable trellises can last many seasons and work well for other climbing crops such as beans, peas, squash, and tomatoes, making them a versatile investment for any garden.

A Sustainable Gardening Practice
Vertical gardening improves land efficiency, reduces water waste through better airflow and targeted irrigation, and supports healthier plant growth without chemical intervention.
It is a practical technique aligned with sustainable and organic gardening principles.

Growing Smarter, Not Harder
This image demonstrates how thoughtful plant support can dramatically improve productivity. By working with plants’ natural climbing behavior, gardeners can harvest more food while maintaining an orderly, resilient, and beautiful garden.

06/01/2026

Shade ideas for the garden 💡 🪴