Acanthus mollis
A horticultural survivor from Ancient Greek and Roman times, Acanthus mollis is one of the great garden plants. It was so highly regarded in the ancient world that a motif shaped like an acanthus leaf was used to decorate the tops of Corinthian ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
GROWING WARATAHS
Growing Waratahs - genus Telopea - an introduction to these plants. Waratahs are spectacular garden plants. These plants are in the genus Telopea which is in the family Proteaceae. They produce bright red flowers in spring (although some plants ... [... more]
Australian National Botanic Gardens |
Agapanthus hint
Agapanthus are one of Australia's most popular flowering garden plants and for a very good reason, their summer display of pink, blue and white blooms are spectacular. The trouble is when they are finished they go to seed and this can create an ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Bamboo
We get a few enquiries regarding Bamboo and many viewers are concerned about plants becoming invasive and uncontrollable but like the appeal of bamboo as a screen or Asian style garden plant. No doubt for some people the mere thought of bamboo ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Dwarf Oleander
There are few plants which grow almost everywhere in Australia. The humble oleander (Nerium oleander), is such a plant and it is also one of the most useful of all garden plants. If pruned correctly the oleander can be a magnificent plant, its ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Mitre 10 Project Garden - Plant a Healthy Vegetable Garden
Story Title: Mitre 10 Project Garden - Plant a Healthy Vegetable Garden Vegetables are part of our everyday diet so why not reap the benefits and rewards of growing your own? This week the team show you how to create your own vegetable garden ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Looking after lawns
Spring is when things really get moving in the garden, plants are putting on big spurts of growth. So are lawns as they respond to the warmer temperatures with a vengeance. To get the most out of your lawn and keep it looking good, you've got to ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Wonga-wonga Vine
The Wonga-wonga vine, (Pandorea pandorana), is a fast-growing Australian native climbing plant. It can be found in eastern Australia from Queensland to Tasmania growing vigorously over tall trees. It is also a spectacular garden plant. Pandorea ... [... more]
Burke's Backyard |
Yates- Winter for Vegetables
If you want to grow organic produce, why not through potted vegetables? Not only are they low maintenance and waterwise, they will also be an attractive part of your outdoor or indoor area. An organic fertiliser suitable for all garden plants, ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Herbs in the Garden
We often see herbs planted in pots or maybe in their own special area, but the hardy perennials are some of the toughest plants going around and are ideally suited for mixing in with other garden plants. Kim takes a look at a few herbs that will ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Waterwise Water Storage
You have to be very careful when you are spraying weedicide like Zero around your plants. While they are great at getting rid of weeds, the spray will also cause serious problems to your other garden plants if accidentally sprayed. Always spray ... [... more]
Garden Gurus |
Episode: #8 19/05/07
Citrus are one of our favourite garden plants and while our backyards are being squeezed to fit in other lifestyles pursuits, we still want to grow them and that, means planting into pots. There are other successful ways to do this. Begin with ... [... more]
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