They own the market for flat-pack furniture, now the crafty crew at Ikea have designed a DIY, portable garden that can sustainably grow food for entire neighbourhoods. Yep, really. It’s called The Growroom and all it takes is just 17 steps to build. These 17 steps can be accessed online […]
A good quality lawn can not only add to the appearance of your home, it can also increase its value, prevents soil erosion and helps to absorb heat and noise to keep your environment cooler and quieter. Materials checklist Garden accessories. pH soil test kit. Lime and/or Gypsum. Lawn fertiliser. […]
Australia is a vast continent with many natural environments, from the dense rain forests of the north, to the alpine meadows of the south and the hot, dry deserts of the centre. In each of these environments, many plants have evolved to cope with their surroundings. The large lush leaves […]
A well-built patio is an extension of a homeowner’s living space, combining the indoors with the outdoors, while enjoying nature’s beauty. We give you advice so you can create a fabulous functional patio that’s so good – you’ll be the envy of all your neighbours – and you’ll never want […]
The Zen spiritual garden was used by Japanese Buddhist monks from around the 13th century as a place to contemplate and meditate. Layered to create a three dimensional image, a Zen spiritual garden is planned with a foreground and a background leading into a perspective. Follow the tips below to […]
With the warm weather almost behind us the time for building timber decks and pergolas has also come to an end. Or has it? If the price is right, now is as good a time as any to spruce up your alfresco area. Timber decks and pergolas are summer essentials. […]
Swimming pools and spas are a great way to cool off and beat the summer heat, so we give you the scoop on the latest trends. Outdoor living is taking centre stage with homeowners blending indoors with what nature has to offer in the privacy of their own backyard. Your […]
For many people, a backyard swimming pool is part of the great Australian dream. However, installing one can be a source of major headaches for home-owners. Last year, Consumer Affairs Victoria received about 325 enquiries and more than 80 complaints about swimming pool construction. The common issues Defects or unsatisfactory […]
Here’s six simple ways to enhance your garden to catch the eye of buyers or renters. 1. Tidy up Your outdoors needs at least as much love and attention as your indoors if you want people to fall in love at first sight. Trim, weed, organise, sweep, rake, potter […]
While in the past most decks or patios would have just had a barbecue and an outdoor setting, these days many home owners want to create an entertainer’s dream. The latest outdoor kitchens are fully equipped with built-in-barbecues, bar fridges, sinks and custom-made cabinetry. You can spend anywhere between $2,000 […]
