Once the cold starts I go out and put a big winter coat on some of my plants. My winter coat comes in the form of Silica and Envy.
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Azaleas
Azaleas are the blaze of colour that brings warmth to the cooler months garden. These divine mass flowering plants will do well for many years but they do need a little TLC to look their best.
Read MoreThe Winter Lawn
Transform your patchy lawn into a lush green paradise with these expert lawn care tips. Learn how to aerate, use soil wetting agents, fertilize, and control weeds organically. Say goodbye to unwanted invaders and welcome a healthy, vibrant lawn just in time for Christmas. Get ready for backyard cricket and envy-inducing lawns with our comprehensive lawn care guide.
Read MoreCamellia Japonica
Do yourself and your garden a favour and treat yourself to a Camellia Japonica. These glorious plants are sometimes called the Rose of Winter.
Read MoreMy Favourite Scentous Month
I find the best way to give my life some TLC especially during one of the coldest months of the year is to have a Rogiera amoena.
Read MoreWinter in The Garden
Gardeners will get outside into the garden for any reason but if you need an excuse to get your hands dirty here are some jobs to do outside in winter
Read MoreWays to Maintain your Garden this Winter
A Gardeners Life is never dull. There is always things to do in the garden when you live in South East Queensland
Read MoreKalanchoe
Nothing kick starts you like the vibrant shades of the Kalanchoe. These hardy plants are perfect for giving your garden some TLC during winter.
Read MorePretty Pots
Wonderful warm days, cool nights. I can not express how much I love autumn in the garden
Read MoreAustralian Native Kanagroo Paws
Kangaroo paws belong to the genus Anigozanthos, which are native to south western Western Australia. This area of Australia is dryer, slightly warmer and the soil is sandy...very sandy. A little different to Ipswich's climate and soil.
Read MoreAloe Aloe
Forget all you know about Aloes. Now imagine a beautiful structural plant with colourful flowers that make birds sing, bees buzz and nature do a happy dance.
Read MoreBest Cut Flowers
Cyclamens are the perfect indoor or shade plant for the cooler months. They have a long continuous flowering period – usually from April until October.
Read MoreRoses are Red
The rose has long been a source of fascination and meaningfulness for cultures around the world. I have never claimed to know the secrets of growing roses in a climate where for about six months of the year we have what feels like 100% humidity but here are a few of my tips.
Read MoreThe Perfect Plant
The perfect plant is called Pieris Japonica 'Temple Bells'. This beautiful plant can be used as a feature plant in a pot or as a low hedge in a garden. It is versatile, easy to maintain and looks good all year whether it’s hot or frosty cold.
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