Community
27 December, 2024
Shire’s Garden of Eden
MOSSMAN’S Circle of Plenty is a vibrant community initiative that brings people together to embrace the joys of gardening and learn about the unique challenges and opportunities of cultivating a food garden in Tropical Far North Queensland.
The project has recently celebrated its first birthday since the initial planting at the Mossman Botanic Gardens on November 22, last year.
Considering Jasper flooded the site not long after, the recovery and growth has been phenomenal.
The Circle of Plenty has already produced its first bunch of bananas, the saplings have grown into trees and heaps of edible greens and flowers decorate the whole site.
The organisers believe gardening is much more than growing plants.
“It’s about growing connections, sharing knowledge and nurturing a deeper relationship with the environment,” said Circle of Plenty volunteer Monica Prins.
“Our gatherings are open to everyone, from seasoned green thumbs to complete beginners, creating a space where learning and camaraderie thrive. We support one another in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere,” she said.
The idea focuses on practical, hands-on gardening skills tailored to the tropical climate of Far North Queensland. They tackle the challenges head-on with solutions that are simple, sustainable and effective.
Lately, they also started offering master classes in tropical food crops for the wet season and hay bale gardening.
Those involved love to collaborate with others to maintain the shared garden spaces that benefit our local community.
Their produce is shared among the volunteers and the excess is made available on the days that OzHarvest is distributed at the Mossman Support Services.
The Circle of Plenty welcomes individuals of all ages and abilities and no prior gardening experience is necessary.
Even if you are not into gardening, people are welcome to visit anytime.
Current meeting times are Tuesday mornings at 7am and every first and third Saturday of the month at 7am.
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