Move Over Cherry Blossoms, There’s a New Spring Favourite for Insta-Worthy Gardens

As the soft pink hues of cherry blossoms start to flood our Instagram feeds this spring, there's a new contender in town that could steal the spotlight. The crab apple tree, long appreciated by seasoned gardeners and nature lovers, is ready for its close-up. According to garden and horticulture expert Andrew Stark, these vibrant trees…

ByThe Carousel02/10/20240Comments

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Designer Jamie Durie’s Tips on Growing an Edible Garden

Growing your own edible garden will benefit your body, your mind, your spirit, your tastebuds, your kids, your wallet and the environment. Jamie Durie talks us through some great tips and ideas to get you inspired. Jamie's book Edible Garden Design is one of Jamie's 11 best-selling books and was published in…

ByJamie Durie21/04/20200Comments

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How To Garden For Mindfulness Both Outdoors And In

In these difficult times of COVID-19, immersing yourself in the green life has never been more important for your mental health and wellbeing. Nature can help us switch off - from forest bathing, to a stroll around the park, to gardening. This connection, known as biophilia, is the reason we are instinctively attracted to nature and is…

ByThe Carousel17/04/20203Comments

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Keep Your Backyard Stylish With These 2020 Garden Trends

The past year has seen Australia experience some of its driest and hottest months to date with temperatures reaching 1.52C above the long-term average. With these conditions expected to continue, low-maintenance gardens, foodscaping, urban oases and creating flow between inside and outside spaces will be at the forefront of 2020's garden trends with the goal…

ByEmeric Brard04/02/20200Comments

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Mudgee Sculptures In The Garden Returns

Last year the annual outdoor art exhibition was held in the garden of Rosby vineyard in Mudgee, with over 230 sculptures exhibited by 90 different artists. Former Art Gallery of NSW director Edmund Capon officially opened the event and in his welcome expressed his surprise at the calibre and diversity of works in the exhibition. “Sculpture…

ByRobyn Foyster05/10/20170Comments

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Prince Charles Shows Us Around Highgrove House

It's dramatic, fragrant and magical. Highgrove House, the country home of Prince Charles located in Gloucester, England, will have green thumbs green with envy. Take a sneak peak at the magical walks, gardens and features with the Prince himself, Prince Charles, who is a keen gardener... Prince Charles - copyright: Highgrove By Marianne Majerus Carpet…

ByFranki Hobson07/10/20150Comments

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How To Start Your Own Community Garden

This extract from Richard Unsworth's book Garden Life explains how to start your own community garden. If you are thinking about starting your own community garden, here are a few tips... Creating your own community garden The most important thing is to get together a group of like-minded people with a shared vision for the community garden, and…

ByThe Carousel24/06/20150Comments

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How To Use Pots In Your Garden

You can use pots in gardens of any size, but they are particularly useful in smaller gardens, where a well-selected planter or two is a sure-ﬁre way to transform a small space. There are endless sizes and shapes – from a small herb trough on a window ledge or a hand-thrown ceramic hanging planter, to…

ByThe Carousel10/06/20150Comments

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How To Create The Ultimate Garden Experience For Kids

Matt Leacy, from Landart Landscapes gives parents his clever tips on how to get the kids out of the house and into the garden. DIY Outdoor Play Area Create the ultimate play area for your kids, by incorporating the following ideas Make a chalkboard; Matt says that a simple chalkboard can be built from recycled wood and…

ByThe Carousel16/03/20150Comments

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Revamp Your Front Garden With These Five Easy Tips

Up the ante on you curb-side appeal by giving your front yard an overhaul. These easy tips will show you how to put the va-va-voom back into the front entrance of your home. And, if you're selling, don't forget how important that first impression is - it sets the tone for what's to come! Make…

ByThe Carousel03/02/20150Comments