The Northern Territory has two distinct climatic zones. There is the generally moist area in the north surrounding Darwin and the generally dry area to the south surrounding Alice Springs. The Northern Territory is home to an interesting and diverse flora. It is important to remember that an invasive plant in the wetter portion of the territory may not be invasive in the drier southern areas and vice versa. It is prudent to seek sound local advice before making plant selection.
The Northern Territory is home to many significant national parks and world heritage areas. It is of paramount importance that sound plant advice is sought before planting adjacent to these sensitive areas. Consideration must be given to appropriate plant choice as birds and other animals can distribute seeds into nearby bush-land and natural areas causing immeasurable destruction of natural habitat.
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The Grow Me Instead website has been supported by NGIQ through funding from the Australian Governments Caring for our Country. |
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Special thanks go to Queensland Grow Me Instead project coordinator Barry Naylor (NGIQ) and project manager John McDonald (Nursery Industry Development Manager NGIQ) for the development of this website. |