Native plants and pollinator habitat · Northern Territory
City of Darwin Free Native Plant Giveaways
Run by City of Darwin
- What you get
- Up to 6 free native plants per household per giveaway
- Who qualifies
- Darwin residents (proof of residency required)
- Where
- Residents of the City of Darwin.
- Status
- Seasonal. Recurring giveaways; next date to be announced.
- Type of payment
- Free item
What you do
Go to one of Council's regular native plant giveaways in Darwin's wards and take home up to six free native trees, shrubs and grasses for your garden.
Requirements
- Proof of Darwin residency
- Limit of six plants per household
- Plants available while stocks last on the day
How to apply
- 1Watch City of Darwin news for the next giveaway date and ward location
- 2Arrive early with proof of residency (8 am to 11 am)
- 3Choose up to six plants
Timing and deadlines
Giveaways rotate around Darwin's wards through the year; the most recent was Saturday 17 October 2026 at The Esplanade
Sources
- https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/council/news-media/free-native-plants-up-for-grabs-at-the-esplanade (official page)
- https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/council/news-media/free-native-plants-available-for-darwin-residents
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “City of Darwin Free Native Plant Giveaways,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/northern-territory/darwin-native-plant-giveaway
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