Creating a Hydro Planter: A Simple Guide to Growing Plants in Water
Swap soil for clay balls and a water reservoir: a cleaner, lower-maintenance way to grow peace lilies, pothos and monstera indoors, explained step by step.
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15 Best Water Plants for Australian Garden Ponds
Water lilies, hornwort, water iris and papyrus, with what each one does for the pond. Plus how to plant in aquatic baskets and how much surface to shade.
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Hardy Tropical Plants That Handle Wind and Heat
Frangipani, pandanus, foxtail palm and more - tropical plants that hold their looks through hot, exposed and windy Australian conditions.
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Best Trees to Plant in Farm Paddocks for Shade
River red gum, spotted gum, kurrajong and more: wide-canopied trees that shelter livestock and hold up in exposed Australian paddocks.
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How to Upgrade Your Garden for Entertaining
Zoning, screening plants, shade, lighting and focal points: practical ways to turn a backyard into a comfortable space for weekend barbecues and long dinners.
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How to Layer Plants Like a Professional Landscaper
Professional gardens look balanced because they are built in tiers. Background, mid layer and groundcover, plus the repetition trick that makes it read as intentional.
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The Best Plants to Increase Property Value
Magnolia Little Gem, crepe myrtle, lilly pilly and clumping bamboo all read as maturity to a buyer. The trees and screens that lift street appeal most.
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The Best Plants to Soften Fences and Retaining Walls
Lilly pilly, viburnum, murraya and star jasmine soften hard boundaries. Which plants suit narrow beds, which cascade over retaining walls and which climb.
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Creating a Japanese-Inspired Garden in Australia
Japanese garden design adapts well to Australian conditions. The layout, feature trees, evergreen structure and hardscape that create a calm, uncluttered space.
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Top Bird-Attracting Native Plants for Australian Gardens
Grevillea, bottlebrush, banksia and hakea bring honeyeaters and lorikeets in. Layer them with dense shrubs for shelter and the birds stay rather than visit.
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Designing a Tropical Garden That Looks Lush Year-Round
Resort-style density comes from structure and layering, not just tropical species. Canopy palms, mid-level foliage and a solid ground layer keep it green all year.
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Evergreen vs Deciduous Trees in Australia - Which Is Right for Your Garden?
Evergreens hold privacy and structure year-round; deciduous trees let winter sun through. Which suits your block comes down to climate and orientation.
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Feature Trees That Instantly Elevate a Front Yard
Scale and placement matter more than flower colour. The feature trees that suit Australian front yards, from a 3 metre Teddy Bear Magnolia to an 8 metre Ornamental Pear.
