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Are Lilly Pilly Plants Beneficial for Pollinators?
02/12/2024
Do Lilly Pillies attract pollinators like birds, bees, and butterflies? What about beneficial predators and parasitoids like hoverflies and micro wasps?
What Pest is Eating My Lilly Pilly Leaves and How Do I Treat It?
28/11/2024
Are mysterious pests turning your vibrant lilly pilly leaves into a feast? Let’s discover the culprits behind this leafy drama
How to Successfully Grow Callistemon in Pots: A Com-prehensive Guide
28/11/2024
Would you like to learn how to grow Callistemon plants in pots? In this guide, we’ll explore the art of growing callistemons in containers
What Causes Bumps on Callistemon Leaves?
28/11/2024
Have you ever wondered about the mysterious bumps on your Callistemon (or bottlebrush) leaves?
Why is Drought Bad for Plants?
28/11/2024
Have you ever wondered how a prolonged dry spell might be silently affecting your cherished garden?
Low-Risk Pennisetums: Native Non-Weedy Pennisetum Grasses
28/11/2024
Are you on the lookout for ornamental grasses that add charm without the worry of them turning into invasive weeds?
Fast-Spreading Purple Groundcover or Short Hedge: Little Ruby Alternanthera
27/11/2024
Looking to add a vibrant touch to your garden that covers the ground, provides colour all year round, and increases soil health with its root exudates?
How to Make Your Small Garden Appear Bigger: 17 Tips and Tricks
27/11/2024
Do you wish your small garden had a bit more space? What if there were ways to make it appear larger than it actually is?
How to Adapt a Shakespeare Garden for Australian Climates
27/11/2024
Have you ever imagined creating a garden that adds aesthetic appeal and immerses you in the world of literature?
Why is Wet Feet Bad for Plants?
21/11/2024
Have you ever wondered why, despite your best efforts at watering, some plants seem to wilt, yellow, or even perish over time?
Designing Native Coastal Style Gardens: An Expert Guide
21/11/2024
Imagine having a garden that not only thrives in coastal conditions but also nurtures local fauna.
The Science of Composting: What Happens During Decomposition?
21/11/2024
Composting, the process of decomposing organic matter into a nutrient-rich soil amendment, is an integral part of a closed-loop, sustainable garden.
How to Pair Colours, Textures and Forms in my Garden?
12/11/2024
Have you ever found yourself wondering how professional landscape designers create such visually appealing spaces?
A Comprehensive Guide to Maintaining Succulent Gardens
10/11/2024
These plants come from many unrelated families, but they often share characteristics such as hardiness and low maintenance requirements.
What to Plant with Callistemon: Native Companion Planting Guide
08/11/2024
Have you ever wondered how to enhance the beauty of your callistemon, also known as bottlebrush?
How to Design a Drought Tolerant Garden
08/11/2024
Are you tired of seeing your garden wilt under the harsh summer sun? Perhaps you’ve realised the environmental impact of wasting water...
What to Plant with Lomandra: Native Companion Planting Guide
06/11/2024
Have you ever wondered how you can make your lomandra thrive and look amazing paired with other plants in your garden?
What to Plant with Grevillea: A Comprehensive Native Companion Planting Guide
03/11/2024
Understanding the needs of grevillea and its companions is key to successful companion planting and allows you to create a garden that isvisually pleasing.
What to Plant with Australian Grasses: Native Companion Planting Guide
02/11/2024
Are you searching for plants that will not only thrive alongside your native Australian grasses, but also complement their aesthetics?
What to Plant with Lilly Pillies: Native Companion Planting Guide
01/11/2024
Horticulturists, landscapers and gardeners have worked out which plants work well with lilly pillies.
Natural Control of Lilly Pilly Beetles
01/11/2024
Have you ever paused to inspect the jagged margins of your lilly pilly leaves, only to wonder what creature could be responsible?
What to Plant with Correa: Native Companion Planting Guide
01/11/2024
Have you ever wondered why companion planting with native plants like correa is important?
What to Plant with Westringia: Native Companion Planting Guide
01/11/2024
Are you seeking ways to make your westringia plants stand out even more in your garden or landscape?
Straw Mulch for Native Australian Plants: Good or Bad?
31/10/2024
Have you ever wondered if straw mulch is beneficial or harmful to native Australian plants in your garden?
How to Grow a Succulent Garden in Australia?
31/10/2024
Have you ever wondered how to cultivate a thriving succulent garden under the Australian sun?
How to Care for Azaleas: Pruning, Feeding, and More
30/10/2024
Are you looking to add a vibrant splash of colour to your garden with the alluring charm of azaleas, but unsure about how to care for them?
Best Low – Growing Westringia: Low Horizon vs Mundi Westringia
29/10/2024
The Lamiaceae plant family is a diverse group of flowering plants consisting mostly of herbs, ground covers and shrubs
How to Control Caterpillars Naturally
28/10/2024
Are you in a constant battle with caterpillars in your garden and seeking natural ways to control them?
Is it Safe to Have Mushrooms Growing in my Garden?
27/10/2024
Have you ever glanced at the mushrooms sprouting in your garden and found yourself pondering, are they safe for humans, pets and for the overall health of your plants?
How to Encourage Worms in Your Garden
26/10/2024
Have you ever wondered why worms are so special, and how you can encourage their population in your garden?