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Two useful and attractive groundcovers
In southeast Queensland successfully growing small dense ground covering plants can be a hit and miss situation. However here are two groundcovers that have proved to be useful and attractive.…
View storyBev Hanson’s garden true to native concepts
Bev Hanson’s garden stays true to native concepts. This story was written by Megan Backhouse for the ‘Melbourne Age’ in August 2022 and forwarded by Bev’s daughter, Christine Zigga. The staying…
View story‘Terra Australis’ garden maturing beautifully
The Terra Australis Garden is maturing beautifully. It was opened in 2019 and is one of the Gallery of Gardens at the National Arboretum in Canberra. Here is an update…
View story‘Terra Australis’ garden at National Arboretum
Here is an update on the ‘Terra Australis’ garden at the National Arboretum in Canberra. The garden is progressing beautifully as of Novmber 2022. Background Six years ago, the Arboretum…
View storyPlants for subtropical garden design
There are a range of plants suitable for subtropical garden design. Here are a few for two different microclimates in the garden – one in dampled sunlight and the other…
View storyRenewing a section of the garden
Many of us have established native gardens. But there comes a time when renewing a section of the garden becomes essential. Here is my critique of how my renewal process…
View storyRegional climate and microclimate in garden design
When embarking on native garden design, be sure to consider the regional climate and microclimate. This improves your chances of success. This article outlines the major regional climates, as well…
View storyUse sun and shade analysis to discover your microclimate
You can use sun and shade analysis to discover your microclimate. Here is how it works. The changing seasonal patterns of sun and shade across your garden have a major…
View storyKnow your microclimate
You really do need to know your microclimate. It has the most significant physical influence on the planning and design of any garden. Microclimate refers to the multiple ways that…
View storyGrowing ferns in pots, for extra tranquility
Ian Cox recently shared his success in growing ferns in pots. He has a large informal garden in the northwest of Sydney, which follows a walkabout garden style. Yet on…
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