Spring equinox in Australia arrived September 23, 2022. This makes September and October wonderful times to get out of doors and enjoy fresh air, and to get busy on spring garden clean up. This can…
Tall feature trees in your designer garden make people look up. More than that, they might provide shade, pull up nutrients from deep in the earth, adding them to the earth as shed leaves. Tall…
Thinking of adding a citrus tree to your garden? Great decision – not only are citrus trees wonderfully ornamental, but you’ll also be able to enjoy harvests that get bigger and better each year. However,…
The day after Christmas is a special time for gardeners. December 26th is the time of year when the winter/summer solstice has passed. If you are in the northern hemisphere, the days are beginning to…
Research shows that a child who has an awareness of nature from an early age will continue to be environmentally conscious throughout their life and, in this day and age, children that care about the…
There’s no denying that freshly picked, homegrown fruit usually tastes better than anything you could buy from a supermarket. In many cases, growing your own fruit will save you money too. However, with mangoes being…
Gift giving is part of many different sorts of holidays, from birthdays to special holidays, so you might run out of gift ideas. There is an ancient proverb that runs plan for tomorrow, plant a…
Ever wish your garden looked lusher, fuller, and more cohesive? The answer lies in layering. Layered landscaping is a concept that involves designing your garden and plants in a specific way to create a flowing…
Hardwood trees are known for their strength and durability, not only when it comes to their usable timber, but also in their growth habits. They’re resilient, sturdy, and have a much more complex structure than…
There’s no denying that many trees are super-resilient. However, just like with any other living thing, trees have their limits – there’s only so much that they can cope with before they start to suffer….
First things first – not all trees need to be staked. If you’re planting a young sapling in a relatively protected area, then staking could actually hinder root growth – swaying in the wind encourages…
Clay soil has its own unique pros and cons. It’s heavy to cultivate, often ends up waterlogged in the winter, and easily dries out and cracks in the summer. That said, clay soil is also…
Looking for some inspirational ways to decorate your garden this festive season? We’ve got you covered – here are five ideas you’re bound to love. Twinkling String Lights The festive season is synonymous with…