Community
16 October, 2026
Seedling sale nurtures garden
WARRNAMBOOL’S community gardeners are celebrating the return of warmer weather with the garden’s first-ever spring seedling sale next weekend.
The Saturday, October 24 sale will offer hundreds of locally grown plants to help residents kick-start their spring and summer growing seasons.
The sale will run from 10am-12 noon (or until sold out) at the Warrnambool Community Garden, on the corner of Grieve and Derby streets.
Organisers say hundreds of seedlings will be available, including spring and summer favourites such as tomatoes, zucchini, cucumbers and pumpkins, plus herbs, flowers and native species.
Many varieties have been selected for flavour, resilience and long-season production, with both common and more unusual options on offer.
Adele Kenneally, a committee member with the garden, said the event had been a great experiment in collaboration and coordination.
“It’s been a fun challenge for volunteers to start these seeds and take care of them over the last few months,” she said.
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“While it hasn’t all been smooth sailing, they are looking healthy and strong, ready for their new homes.
“The varieties we’ve chosen are well suited for this area, and many are heirloom varieties you simply can’t buy at nurseries or hardware stores.”
Ms Kenneally said the garden’s ‘Plotters’ team had been busy propagating seedlings in preparation for the sale, which aims to both support the garden’s ongoing work with the funds raised, and strengthen local connections around food growing and sustainability.
To help the event run smoothly, organisers are asking attendees to arrive early as popular varieties are expected to sell quickly.
“Bring a bag or box to carry your seedlings home and bring cash for faster checkout (eftpos will also be available),” Ms Kenneally said.
For more information about the event or Warrnambool Community Garden and how to get involved, visit wcg3280.org.au, phone 0493 057 811, or email grow@wcg3280.org.au.
