'We mix Jeffries Organic Compost into the soil and leave some on top. It keeps the soil moist, friable and easy to work with'
Read the story hereOct 20, 2010
Some readers may have noticed an outdoor shower of different proportions, captured in a public sculpture piece located near the City of Prospect council chambers.
Unveiled in June 2010, the artwork was created by Cathy Brooks to represent the need for drought-resilient gardens, and recycled showerheads were used to recreate the textures and shapes of arid land gardens.
City of Prospect commissioned the public artwork to highlight a number of environmental issues, and showcase the commitment that many residents have made to reduce mains water consumption. The showerheads used in the sculpture were collected as part of the Council’s rebate scheme which provided an incentive for residents to replace their conventional showerhead with a water efficient model.
Over 60 households participated in the scheme, which collectively equates to annual water savings of approximately 1.7 million litres of water.
“The artwork represents a change from traditional water-hungry gardens, to a shift towards water efficiency not only in our gardens but in our homes as well” Prospect Council Environmental Director Sam Green said.
The sculpture also demonstrates a commitment to recycling as a whole, with Jeffries supplying Jeffries Forever Red mulch to help finish the project and highlight the artwork.
Jeffries receives and processes a large proportion of metropolitan Adelaide’s green organics which are processed into a popular range of compost, soil and mulch products. With its long lasting colour the Jeffries Forever Red is perfect for making your garden bed stand out from the rest, and helps to retain moisture which is vital for maintaining water wise gardens.
Learn more about other City of Prospect environmental projects and initiatives at www.prospect.sa.gov.au
