Balconies in Surry Hills, courtyard apartments in Fitzroy, and modest fibro backyards in Fremantle share something in common with sprawling Queenslander…
A wrought iron bench can bring character to a veranda, courtyard, balcony or garden path, but exposed metal eventually shows the effects of weather. Flaking…
A mulch ring can make a tree look established, reduce weeds and help the soil hold moisture through hot weather. It can also protect the trunk from lawnmowers…
A garden designed for children can be a place to play, explore and graze safely between meals. Edible snack plants bring colour, fragrance and movement into…
Compacted clay soil can make gardening feel like working with bricks. Water pools on the surface, seedlings struggle to establish, and roots may remain trapped…
A freestanding hanging chair frame is a practical way to add a relaxed outdoor seat without attaching heavy hardware to a verandah beam or house structure.…
A thriving garden can attract more than bees and butterflies. Aphids cluster on new growth, whiteflies gather beneath leaves, cabbage moths chew through…
A well-planned foundation bed softens the hard lines of a house, frames windows and paths, and gives the front garden a settled appearance throughout the year.…
A ground-level patio made from large stepping stones and pea gravel can create a useful outdoor room without the cost, construction time, or permanent…
Keeping wild birds visiting your garden is one of the simplest pleasures of outdoor living in Australia, whether you live in a Brisbane courtyard, a Melbourne…