With their soft petals, gorgeous colours and delightful fragrance, roses are a gardener’s dream. Rose bushes are hardier than they look, and can in fact be successfully grown in a wide variety of conditions and locations. Planting roses in pots is an elegant way to appreciate the beautiful blooms in a limited space — whether
The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is back this year, giving plant lovers and garden-enthusiasts the opportunity to marvel at stunning exhibitions and chat with the best talent in landscape and floral design. This must-see event is running from the 30th of March to the 3rd of April at the glorious Carlton Gardens. This
Good Composting Takes Time If you’re searching for a way to reduce your food waste while also improving the quality of your garden, composting is for you. With loads of benefits, composting seems to be the gardening trend that’s going to stick. Although the best time to fertilise your garden is during the spring, the
Hyacinths are spring flowering bulbous perennials that come in a wide variety of beautiful colours, from soft yellows to vibrant purples. Known for their ability to grow both outdoors and in vases, they are the perfect choice for beginner gardeners looking to add a touch of colour and enticing fragrance to their garden. As Hyacinths
Once your roses are finished blooming for the year and the weather starts to get colder, it’s time to start preparing for the next season. Rose care in autumn is all about getting ready for the colder months. How to Prepare for the Cold Weather Rose care in autumn is essential if you want to
What Are the Benefits of Having the Right Tools? All seasoned gardeners know that having the right gardening tools is one of the most important aspects of cultivating a brilliant garden. This is even more important when gardening in summer, as the hot Australian sun can quickly turn a fun hobby into a headache. The
As daffodils are mostly associated with spring, some gardeners may want to know: ‘Can you plant daffodil bulbs in summer?’ Although you should not plant daffodils in summer, this season’s long days and plentiful sun make it the perfect time to start planning your spring garden display. Towards the end of the season, daffodils are
Tips for growing daffodils While you can plant Daffodils all year round, if you’re living in Australia it is best to plant the bulbs in March and April as the flowers tend to bloom in late winter and spring. However, if you’d prefer to add potted daffodils to your outdoor space, you can plant these
There is often a lot of debate and confusion over what we should be calling one of the most popular spring bulbs. Are they Daffodils or Jonquils, and what exactly is a narcissus? While some people struggle to know the difference between Daffodils and Jonquils, others think it’s correct to use the terms interchangeably, but
Growing Hippeastrum Varieties in Australia There are approximately 90 species of Hippeastrum and over 600 different hybrids. You can recognise Hippeastrum plants by their fleshy bulbs, tall broad leaves, and bright coloured flowers. The flowers bloom from bulbs and will usually produce four voluptuous, trumpet shaped blooms per bulb. In Australia, Hippeastrum plants thrive in
