Story: Twista
Create a water efficient irrigation system in an afternoon to water those tricky garden beds that don't get enough rainfall. Neville introduces a brand new range of low cost irrigation products so versatile they can also be used in all your ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Thrive Once a Year Feeder for Pots and Garden Beds
Your Garden Questions Answered - Brightening the House Through Winter When it is a bit chilly outdoors it prompts you to think about what is going on indoors and your house may require a bit of winter cheer. It is time for an indoor plant phase ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Seedling Hint
If you are having a little trouble growing plants from seeds, the best time to be planting to seed is in the winter months. Try and put it in a garden bed that is organically enriched. You just scatter your seeds over the top and you will find ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Featured Gardens
There is nothing that can ruin the look of a beautifully designed garden more than the sight of horrible weeds. Weeds are a problem for all gardeners. Besides sneaking into garden beds where they hide amongst your plants you will also find them ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Always water when the sun is down, either in the evening ...
We get a lot of questions from viewers about the best way to water. Being water efficient doesn't mean we have to rip out lawns and garden beds and grow nothing but cactus, it just means that we have to be more efficient in how we use water. The ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Garden Express Offer Mondo Grass Borders
A ripper little border plant is the Dwarf Japanese Mondo Grass. It is really hardy, is easy to care for and is an easy way to delineate your garden beds from your pathways. Thanks to the Guru's friends at Garden Express Garden Gurus viewers can ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Autumn Garden Jobs
Autumn is a great time to do garden improvement and maintenance, for example constructing a pathway or a pergola, sharpening your tools, improving your soil or mulching the garden beds. A little time spent on jobs now will help your garden power ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Projects - Succulent frame
Combine a minimum of carpentry and gardening skills to make this living work of art that is bound to cultivate the imagination. Construct the tray first and then attach a layer of chicken wire to help contain the garden bed. Add a decorative ... [... more]
Better Homes & Gardens Australia |
Gardening for seniors
Gardening has many health and therapeutic benefits for seniors or older people. Garden beds, equipment and tools can be modified so older people can create a garden that is interesting, accessible and productive. Gardening provides exercise, ... [... more]
Better Health |
Anthurus archeri (Berk.) Fischer
Description and distribution map for Anthurus archeri in Australia. This distinctive red fungus is most often found in alpine and sub alpine areas, and occasionally in garden beds mulched with wood shavings or chips. When mature, it gives off a ... [... more]
Fungimap |
Front Entrance Makeover
The front entrance of this country style house really needed a lift. Don added a new balustrade to the verandah, painted the concrete and steps, and planted the garden bed with fragrant gardenias and cheerful pansies. The result is a warm, ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Colour in the Garden
Colour is one of the most impressive and memorable aspects of every good garden bed. Don looked at some of the fabulous colour that is available at nurseries these days, with some tips on how to use it in the garden. It's possible to create ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
