2020-06-16 13:27
A raised garden bed can have many meanings. These can sit on the ground on a small platform, or they can reach as high up as you want them to. Traditionally you will find them in gardens. Th… Read More
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2020-06-01 18:41
Spending quality time with your kids can be even more fulfilling when you have some special activity planned. If you are debating on what this activity should be, we suggest you consider gro… Read More
2019-12-05 10:00
Lawn maintenance may be the last thing on your mind this winter, but doing some work now will definitely pay off once the temperatures start rising again in Australia. On the bright side, p… Read More
2019-11-27 13:28
When it comes to lawn maintenance, autumn is an important period. Since there are a lot of tasks to cover, we advise you to distribute your time accordingly, so you can spare yourself the… Read More
2019-09-30 14:01
You’ve always wanted a beautiful outdoor space but you don’t have a green thumb? Or maybe you don’t have the time? Or you simply don’t like gardening that much? No p… Read More
2019-09-17 07:42
Spring is a hectic time for keen gardeners. There are many jobs to do in the garden and we are busy as bees. However, when it comes to planting, everything else can be left behind. The most… Read More
2019-08-29 11:38
Who said there’s no such thing as winter gardening? Yes, winter days are much shorter and the nights are much colder, but that doesn’t mean you should stay snuggled up on the so… Read More
2019-06-05 08:09
Turmeric, also known as Curcuma Longa, is an exotic plant that originally comes from India, but nowadays it’s also cultivated in other tropical parts of Asia. The yellow powder that w… Read More
2019-05-14 11:03
This majestic name belongs to the most wanted type of grass in the Land down under, sitting comfortably in more than 500,000 Australian homes. It’s super low maintenance and has a goo… Read More
2019-03-07 13:31
Having an evergreen, thick garden does sound like a dream come true. But it doesn’t have to be a dream! Kikuyu is a nice, dense, budget-friendly grass, that with the right mainte… Read More
2019-02-07 09:36
Gardening is a hobby that can be adapted to almost any surroundings. Whether you’re living in an apartment, or you have a huge backyard you can practice some form of it. But, can you… Read More
2018-12-14 12:09
Grasshoppers can be a huge nuisance to all gardeners. The jumping little insects love eating the leaves and stems of plants and are more than capable to ruin a backyard in no time if the in… Read More
2018-11-21 10:37
Although most types of Zoysia grass are not native to Australia, the turf variety is becoming a popular lawn choice among many Aussies. So, if you’re one of them and want to know more… Read More
2018-11-06 11:30
Every Aussie enjoys a beautiful lawn as an addition to their home. After all, the yard is a place where you and your family can enjoy some outdoors time together, and still be in the comfor… Read More
2018-10-18 10:52
Fertilising your lawn properly is a sure way to make the grass healthier, greener and thicker. This, in turn, increases the curb appeal of your property and can help you sell your home for… Read More
2018-10-03 13:56
Gardening has given us some amazing benefits. While caring for plants can reduce stress and give you a good workout (if you’re working in your backyard) introducing flowers in your of… Read More
2018-09-19 14:08
While gardening is a hobby that can bring a lot of positivity to your life, sometimes you’re too busy and too tired to take care of all the plants around your house. Hiring a professi… Read More
2018-09-12 07:57
Some flowers are beautiful. Others have the sweetest of scents. But today’s flower list is something more. Those are not only some of the most beautiful flowers in the world but also t… Read More
2018-08-22 12:26
We all love food. But growing tomatoes, potatoes and other food won’t make your garden look beautiful.
Luckily, if you’re looking forward to growing your own food, you can bet o… Read More
2018-08-09 15:26
Although botanically, the tomato is classified as a fruit, it is usually considered a “culinary vegetable”. With summer in front of us, we need to start thinking about our veget… Read More
2018-07-25 09:46
Gardening is arguably among the most common hobbies in the world. With so many people having gardening as their favourite part-time activity, you can’t help it but wonder if gardening… Read More
2018-06-27 13:37
We all love herbs. They can be used to improve our health, cooking and seasoning meals, making exquisite scents and much more. Knowing how to grow your own herbs from seeds is the perfect w… Read More
2018-06-01 07:02
Good gardeners know that 90% of the success of their produce comes from the soil. While the care you take for your plants is important, you will have to put huge amounts of work in controll… Read More
2018-05-17 11:35
If you’re properly feeding and watering your lawn, but it doesn’t seem to be growing as well as it should probably you’re facing one of following problems. Either the soil… Read More
2018-05-02 12:50
Маybe you don’t know this but each flower has a history, tradition and meaning. Ancient cultures even developed a language based on flowers. It’s called “flori… Read More
2018-04-18 09:22
When we say invading, what we really mean is they crept in one way or another and slowly built up their numbers to the point they are threatening endemic species. Plants are quiet and unassu… Read More
2018-03-21 14:03
What are swales?
Swales are depressions in the soil that are often marshy, because they contain rainwater runoff. It can either appear naturally or be created. Most simply put a swale is a… Read More
2018-03-07 12:58
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Coleus is a very special plant to us. Most decorative plants make you wait until they’re in bloom to show off. But not coleus. It’s leaves also come… Read More
2018-02-21 10:30
There are some certain types of plants, which not only look, but also smell amazing. Their fragrance is so nice and strong that they’ve become well known for it. Every garden needs to… Read More
2018-02-07 12:21
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Saving seeds from the plants you love is a long standing tradition in gardening. A way to pass on your favourite flowers generation after generation. It’s n… Read More
2018-01-24 14:16
What if we told you there’s no need to battle Mother Nature daily in your garden? What if instead she could do your work for you? Do-Nothing gardening does just that. An almost wild… Read More
2018-01-10 10:37
Gardening is as much an exact science as it isn’t. Many generations of gardeners have learned through trial and error, becoming better with each mistake. Thankfully the internet has m… Read More
2018-01-02 11:20
Gardening tools. There are so many, and people are constantly coming up with new ones for different purposes. Every gardener has their own way of doing things, and thus would need tools tha… Read More
2017-12-13 09:56
The British traditions of decking the halls with evergreens such as mistletoe, holly and ivy hardly apply to Australia. Maybe because our Christmas tends to be around perfect jet ski weathe… Read More
2017-11-29 12:19
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Every gardener’s dream is having a well-drained garden. In order to achieve this, many fellow green thumbers turn for help to gravel. It’s so widely used, that… Read More
2017-11-15 07:09
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If you are a house owner and have a front or backyard (or why not both) then most likely you want to have it looking great. Having a well-maintained lawn can give a whol… Read More
2017-11-03 12:04
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The beautiful plants we grow in our gardens are like children to us. We give our heart and soul to help them grow beautiful and before all – healthy… Read More
2017-10-24 07:36
There’s something creepy about plants. Yes, on the surface they are benign, beautiful and peaceful just sitting there enjoying the sun and being pretty. But on second glance they are… Read More
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