A covered veranda can make a hanging seat feel like an outdoor room, giving a garden, courtyard or front porch a useful focal point. Hanging a swing seat from…
A pollinator garden is more than a border that looks busy in spring. It is a connected feeding and shelter system in which adult insects gather nectar and…
A sunny trellis can do far more than cover an unattractive fence. It can create privacy, soften a patio, shade an outdoor dining area and give a narrow garden…
An old cottage garden in the Adelaide Hills was where I first saw a lilac that had been let go for what looked like a decade. The thing was taller than the…
Building a raised bed with galvanized steel panels creates a clean, durable growing area without the weight of concrete blocks. It suits compact backyards,…
Powdery mildew on squash leaves is a familiar sight in many Australian vegie patches, especially once the warm weather settles in and humidity starts climbing.…
A succulent wreath brings texture, colour and an easy-care touch of greenery to an entryway. Its fleshy leaves cope well with bright conditions, and many…
A propane fire pit table can turn an Australian patio, deck or entertaining area into a comfortable gathering space. It provides warmth and a soft flame…
Converting a folding utility wagon into a dedicated mobile garden cart is a rewarding weekend project that saves real money. Purpose-built garden carts from…
When the garden season starts winding back in temperate North America, late-blooming perennials become the highlight of beds and borders, extending colour well…