A new sensory garden at Serendip Sanctuary will focus on the awakening of the five senses.
Parks Victoria announced new draft designs for the sensory garden which will be split into five spaces.
From brightly coloured flora in the see space, to vegetation with various textures in the feel space and edible bush foods in the taste space, the new garden will provide a place for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to connect with nature.
The garden also sets out to enhance visitor experience with pathways and resting spots.
The sensory garden was an initiative identified by the community during consultation on the master plan for Serendip Sanctuary and the You Yangs Regional Park.
Parks Victoria district manager David Petty said the garden will provide opportunities for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to access green spaces near home.
“This wonderful new garden will provide more ways for people with diverse abilities to connect to nature,” he said.
“By delivering on recommendations outlined in the You Yangs Precinct master plan, we’re working to protect and celebrate this special landscape while strengthening the visitor experience.”
Parks Victoria worked with the community and Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation to co-design the garden.
