It's not the full story without the Understorey

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Plant database

Learn how to grow Tasmanian native plants with data on more than 1800 species, including plants from the understorey and canopy layers.

our nursery

The Understorey Network nursery aims to enhance local plant diversity by propagating over 180 species of Tasmanian understorey native plants.

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Got a question? Where can I buy plants? How do I become a member? Can I volunteer at the nursery?

Propagating, preserving and promoting the value of understorey native plants

The USN started as a community organisation in 1994 in response to a need to include understorey species, not just trees, in revegetation sites and degraded landscapes.

Meet the USN committee - Strategic Plan

Small plants and small actions can make a big difference

Do you want to attract wildlife to your block, create a shelter, build a sanctuary for pollinators or support local conservation in Tasmania in general?

Membership  - Volunteer - Growers Scheme