Join Botanic Garden of Sydney’s (Botanic Gardens) expert Horticulture team for the morning and immerse yourself in the lush surroundings of our Living Collections. While tending to Sydney’s world-famous green space, you will be making a much-needed contribution to conservation research –protecting our plants and our future. The horticulture program at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney gives you a fascinating insider’s perspective, from discovering a vast array of plant species, through to gardening basics such as mulching, weeding, composting, and planting. 

Getting here: There is street parking along Mrs Macquaries Road that is metered. The closest car park is The Domain carpark. The closest train station is St James.

Where to meet: Meeting 8.50 at Woolloomooloo Gates, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Mrs Macquaries Rd

Local Time: August 1, 9:00am - 1:00pm

Registration: Volunteers will need to sign and return a volunteering waiver (inclusive of health and safety conditions) before commencing volunteer work.

What to Wear: The activities included will see you gardening; planting, mulching and watering amongst other activities. You may get wet and/or dirty. Please dress accordingly. All participants must wear fully enclosed shoes. Thongs, sandals, ballet flats etc. are not appropriate and will not be permitted.

What to Bring: Botanic Gardens of Sydney will provide complimentary gardening gloves. It is recommended that each participant bring their own water bottle, insect repellent, sunscreen and hat.

Food and Drink: A short break will be held around 10:30am. Botanic Garden staff will advise you of the closest on-site food and beverage options.

Contacts on the Day: If you have any issues finding us on the day, please contact Jena Ye on 02 8231 8156.

Amenities: All amenities are available within the Botanic Garden and are easily accessible.

 We ask that anyone showing any flu-like symptoms (however mild) not to attend the volunteer session.