Liveability Guides: Garden

  • Community Gardens

    No garden? why not share one With so much of Australia’s population living in apartments with little or no access to gardens or even balconies, community gardens are an exciting addition to any neighbourhood. Whether utilizing a shared grassy verge or vacant council land, community gardens bring the added value of collaborative environment, sharing stories, […]

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  • Balcony Garden Top Tips

    You don’t need a lot of space to grow your own food. We give you the best veggies and herbs to grow and essential tips for a happy balcony or pot plant garden.

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  • Low Water Garden Guide

    By choosing plants that are suited to your local soil and weather conditions, you can save water without restricting your choice of garden design.

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  • Sustainable Paving Options

    There are myriad outdoor paving options, and environmental and financial costs can be high. Guest blogger Kate Smalley provides top tips to creating beautiful hard-wearing surfaces with timeless appeal.

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  • Garden Basics: Orientation

    No matter how rich the soil or how abundant the water supply, the health and vigour of you plants depends on the amount of energy they receive from the sun.

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  • Healthy Home with Indoor Plants

    Adding plants to your indoor areas can help contribute to a happier, healthier lifestyle. Research has shown that they can assist in purifying the indoor air of toxins including volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

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  • Growing Kale in Your Garden

    Kale has become a favourite in Australian organic gardens. It’s quite easy to grow and it’s a beautiful looking plant with diverse varieties. Find out how to grow, harvest and eat kale.

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  • Growing Goji Berries

    Their sweet fruits, healthful qualities and capacity to grow in diverse climates make goji berries (vine and shrub varieties) a very exciting addition to Australian organic gardens. We have simple growing tips and information on the right species to buy and where to buy them.

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  • Vegetable and Fruit Planting Calendar

    Our 12-month city planting guide shows you the planting months for various vegetables and fruits in your city’s climate for a vibrant, fresh and healthy garden.

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