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Top Dressing A Lawn: How, When, And Why

Australian lawns face it all — very hot summers, heavy rains, and everything in between.  Over time, your lawn becomes bumpy and nutrients are washed away from the soil.  Even starting a new lawn can be challenging, especially if you’re after a thick, green...

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A Complete Guide To Philodendron Types

A Complete Guide To Philodendron Types

Few plants have swept the world by storm as dramatically as the Philodendron. This tropical plant family is as diverse as it is intriguing. With names such as Pink Princess, White Wizard, and Xanadu, you know you’re in for some plant pageantry. It doesn’t matter where...

Growing A Kangaroo Paw Plant

Growing A Kangaroo Paw Plant

If you've ever wanted to grow a native plant that makes a statement, go for the kangaroo paw (anigozanthos). It's easily recognised by the signature tubular flowers that grow in rows on stalks – hence its resemblance to a kangaroo paw. The velvety blooms come in a...

How To Grow Poppies

How To Grow Poppies

The poppy flower is an iconic and stunning sight. The poppy (papaver rhoeas) is a popular garden flower, and the perfect plant for brightening your garden after winter. Year after year, you'll get those bursts of colour as the red flowers pop up to greet the sun. And...

The Best Places To See Jacarandas Around Australia

The Best Places To See Jacarandas Around Australia

October colours Australia purple as the jacaranda trees in different states start blooming. Up and down roads, lilac flowers paint a picturesque tapes-tree worthy of many an Instagram post. Because of their growing conditions, jacarandas thrive mostly in mild...

Growing A Claret Ash Tree

Growing A Claret Ash Tree

If you're looking to add some classy colour to your garden, Claret Ash trees should be your foliage of choice. Few things are more stunning than a Claret Ash's autumn colour, when the deep green leaves change into a vibrant claret red. That's when this tree is most...

Hakea Nodosa: The Yellow Hakea

Hakea Nodosa: The Yellow Hakea

Are you tired of the same old flowers in your garden? If wild is more your speed — and you find the humdrum of your usual plants to be too boring — you’re going to love the Hakea Nodosa. Otherwise known as the Yellow Hakea, the Hakea Nodosa packs more sunshine than a...

Hakea Decurrens: The Pink Lace Hakea

Hakea Decurrens: The Pink Lace Hakea

We can’t blame you if you can’t get enough of native plants to add to your garden collection. These unique botanicals are obsession-worthy! If the Hakea Laurina and Hakea Petiolaris are too wild for your taste, there’s a species that just might be your cup of tea: the...

Growing A Golden Ash Tree

Growing A Golden Ash Tree

Fraxinus excelsior aurea, also known as the Golden Ash, is a long-time favourite for parks and gardens. This attractive deciduous tree makes a great main feature wherever it's planted. In autumn, its foliage turns a brilliant golden yellow – so this stunning tree is...

When To Prune Hedges And How Often

When To Prune Hedges And How Often

There are a lot of reasons why hedges are well-loved by garden owners. For one, well-maintained hedges make your garden look more polished and add value to your property. That’s already a win for you! Apart from making your home attractive, hedges are also versatile....

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