Do you have a budding new fruit tree in your backyard? Pruning is one of the main ways to care for your fruit tree and encourage it to produce better fruit as it matures. Pruning in winter is also ideal…

Trees support the environment in various ways, including protecting wildlife, storing carbon and improving the land’s ability to adapt to the effects of climate change. However, sometimes trees need to be cut down. They may be diseased or have pest…

Because they can live for centuries, people can often forget just how vulnerable trees can be, particularly when it comes to tree disease. Despite the Australian Government’s strict biosecurity, plenty of tree diseases have also made their way into the…

If there is one thing Australian gardens and landscapes are known for, it is the plethora of gorgeous and diverse Australian native plants we have to choose from. Australian native trees are a favourite, but if you need something a…

While winters in Brisbane are somewhat warmer than others across the country (how lucky are we?), the weather still poses some challenges for gardening enthusiasts, including the lack of rain. But with our winters full of sunshine and warmth, gardening…

Mulching plays a vital role in maintaining the health and beauty of Australian gardens, including vegetable gardens. It regulates soil temperature, helps conserve moisture, suppresses weeds, and enhances soil fertility. Here is a comprehensive guide to the benefits of mulching,…

Australia has over 24,000 species of native plants and trees, and they not only provide shade and enhance the aesthetics of a landscape, they also provide food and shelter for a range of wildlife from bees and koalas to birds…

Citrus trees are some of the most popular small evergreen trees in Australia, and lime trees are definitely up there in terms of the best Australian fruit trees.There are at least twenty types — including hybrid varieties — but the…

Nothing epitomises Spring more than a burst of flowering colour from your favourite tree. Many of the best Australian flowering trees also produce blooms that exude a divine perfume as well. Here is a guide to some of our favourites.…

Although trees in natural environments typically grow well on their own, others require a higher level of care to maintain their aesthetics and structural integrity. (more…)

Whilst some trees can be a real asset to your outdoor space, others can become a nightmare to manage, particularly those with invasive roots. These can cause the destabilisation of house foundations and can damage the underground pipework that handles…

Olive trees are one of the world’s oldest cultivated trees. In fact, they were grown before the written language was even invented! They are tough, drought-hardy, versatile, easy to grow and add a lovely aesthetic to any garden with their…

Loved for its vibrant purple flowers and lush summer foliage, the jacaranda tree is a common sight across most of Australia’s capital cities. From Perth to Sydney, you can find these elegant trees blooming from late October through to early…

There are over 700 species of the magnificent gum tree, most of which come from Australia. They are a fast-growing evergreen species that tend to have a smooth or fibrous bark, leaves with oil glands, and fruits that are called…

There’s nothing quite like a magnolia to herald the start of spring, and with winter on the way out, you may be looking to these magnificent – and varied – plants to bring a little life back into your backyard.…

In the decades before they became a cultural phenomenon, Australians mostly consumed avocados in only two dishes — served with a salad or accompanying prawn cocktails. But that has certainly changed! (more…)

There is nothing subtle about the Dragon Tree (Dracaena draco). It is a stunning specimen tree that is hugely popular with landscapers because of its naturally strong and striking architectural features. It is also evergreen, drought-tolerant, can live for hundreds…

Palm trees belong to the Arecaceae family of perennial flowering plants. They are typically characterised by an unbranched stem and large, evergreen leaves (known as fronds) that are arranged around the top of the plant. There are two main types…

From tiny seeds grow the tallest trees in the world that soar incredible distances into the sky. Like all trees, they stabilise climates, clean the air and absorb greenhouse gases. Some are considered sacred among communities and recognised for how…

Did you know that Australia is home to some of the most important elms in the world? It’s true! When elm populations in Europe and North America were being decimated by the Dutch elm disease, Australia’s trees were able to…

Many Australian gardens and landscapes are filled with a variety of trees. Trees offer a range of benefits from providing shade to filtering the air we breathe and providing habitats for wildlife. And, of course, trees have a range of…

Weeping trees are used widely as ornamental feature trees in gardens. They include many flowering varieties, including ornamental fruit trees that are wonderful weeping trees for small gardens and larger ones as well! Here are some of the more popular…

All gardens need trees — as focal points, to attract birdlife, for shade, and for the well-being of the environment and ourselves. And there is nothing better than popping out to your courtyard to grab a fresh lemon from a…