About us

The Australian Plants Society Newcastle Group (APS Newcastle Group) began in 1960.   Members grow, study and research Australia’s native plants and promote the use of native plants in domestic gardens.

The Flannel Flower, Actinotus helianthi, is our Group’s emblem. 

Benefits of Membership

As well as our meetings and activities, members are provided with:

• Access to our extensive library
  
• A bi-monthly District Group newsletter
  
• Quarterly issues of magazines Australian Plants and Native Plants for NSW
  
• Discounts off plant books from participating outlets
  
• Discounts off plants from participating nurseries
• Access to specialist Native plant Study groups managed by ANPSA, the federal Australian Plants Society body
  
• Assistance with gardening, plant identification, and weed control, from experienced members