A stone fire pit can turn an unused corner of the garden into a comfortable outdoor living area for cool evenings, weekend gatherings and quiet nights under…
Potatoes are well suited to container culture because their stems can be covered as they lengthen, much as garden growers earth up soil around them. A buried…
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…