ines of Blue Passionflower, Passiflora caerulea at a garden waste dumping site recorded on Canberra Nature Map here
Removing weeds: We use the ‘cut and dab’ method, working in pairs so herbicide can be applied quickly from sponge-topped dabbers or spray bottles after a weed stem is cut. It is important to cut close to the ground with secateurs or small loppers and apply herbicide within a few seconds.
We provide protective nitrile gloves and if you don’t want to apply herbicide you can choose to spot weeds or cut. Some smaller weeds may be able to be hand-pulled if the soil is moist. We also chip out some weeds with a small mattock.
The working bee begins with an introduction to the target weeds and a demonstration of how to remove them.
More information about woody weeds and how to control them may be found in the ACT Weeds Manual
Enquiries: secretary@majura.org We are friendly group of local volunteers and welcome newcomers. There is no need to register: just turn up on the day.
