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Chinese and Japanese gardens have a sense of tranquillity that comes from a simplicity in their design and layout.

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How to adopt oriental garden influences to bring peace

Start by devising an entrance to the garden or have a feature that will draw you into the space. 

Charlie Albone

Lois Sharpe in her garden.

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Perth’s ‘Rose Lady’ shares her pure love of plants

There is no right time of life to discover a love of gardening. 

Casey Lister

There are more than 4500 registered beekeepers in Western Australia.

Bee alertPremiumWhy all WA beekeepers should be on the lookout

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is encouraging those with backyard hives to be vigilant for unwanted pests.

Sabrina Hahn

The topography of your garden has a huge impact on the design aesthetic of your space and one that needs careful consideration to not only look good but have useful areas and successful planting. 

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How to deal with a sloping garden

The topography of your garden has a huge impact on the design aesthetic of your space and one that needs careful consideration to not only look good but have useful areas and successful planting. 

Charlie Albone

The garden of Jen Spratt in Lake Coogee.

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The tactics to make your flowers bloom in all seasons

One reason I think so many people give up on gardening in autumn is that the flowers disappear. 

Casey Lister

An increasing number of magpies are falling ill around the suburbs of Perth.

Wildlife crisisPremiumPerth magpies struck down by mysterious illness

Experts are concerned by a dramatic increase in the number of birds falling ill and dying around Perth.

Sabrina Hahn

James Hyder in his garden.

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When it comes to gardens, bounty reward the wild at heart

Many people start out chasing this ideal of perfection and, when the garden grows wild, throw their arms up in despair, deciding that a productive garden just isn’t possible. 

Casey Lister

The backdrop to your garden can set the whole tone for the design of your living space.

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How to make your little garden seem larger than it is

The backdrop to your garden can set the whole tone for the design of your living space. 

Charlie Albone

Arthropodium Moonbeam is a hardy perennial that works well in shady gardens.

Over the moonPremiumThe perfect plant for shady spots in the garden

Sabrina Hahn shares a pretty perennial that offers both beautiful blooms and stunning variegated foliage.

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The native garden of Angela Nikulinsky in Hamilton Hill.

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The garden sure to make you feel proud to be West Aussie

Whenever I go on an overseas holiday I feel a certain, funny feeling on arriving home, hearing Australian accents, and realising I’m back.

Casey Lister

The snail vine is known for its highly perfumed, snail-shaped flowers.

Snail trailPremiumSabrina Hahn has found the perfect climber for your garden

With its snail-shaped flowers and gorgeous perfume, this rare vine is an excellent option to trail along a fence line.

Sabrina Hahn

Kit Prendergast and Sapphire (one month) in her garden.

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How to grow a home for our little-known native WA bees

Some native bees feed from only one specific plant, meaning many Perth gardens are essentially food deserts for these unique insects. 

Casey Lister

With a change in the air and the promise of cooler weather it’s time to give your lawn a little love to ensure it stays green for as long as possible. 

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How to keep your garden thriving before the winter chill

With a change in the air and the promise of cooler weather it’s time to give your lawn a little love to ensure it stays green for as long as possible. 

Charlie Albone

Grevillea Winter Delight is one of the many shade-loving plants that works well as a ground cover.

Ground controlPremiumWhy every gardener should consider planting ground covers

From suppressing weeds to covering those pesky areas where nothing seems to grow, ground covers can be the secret to transforming your garden. Here are 12 of the best varieties to try.

Sabrina Hahn

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis blooms with bright red flowers.

Hue beautyThe sexiest flowers to add colour to your garden

From crotons to gaillardias, these are the blooms to plant to turn your garden into a riot of colour.

Sabrina Hahn

WA’s mild Mediterranean climate allows us to grow year-round with bountiful harvests. 

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The key to your garden’s success all year round

Autumn is my favourite season. The summer heat subsides and there is plenty of time to get plants established before it gets cold.

Charlie Albone

The garden of William and Miriam Cosson on Sequoia Road in Duncraig.

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How a garden can grow a heartwarming love story

The trick to long-lasting love really is this simple: grow something beautiful, together. And stay away from Ikea. 

Casey Lister

Autumn is a wonderful time to get reacquainted with your garden.

Cool change PremiumEverything to do in the garden now that autumn has arrived

Sabrina Hahn shares her ultimate guide to the new season, from what to plant now to how we can all do our bit to give back to nature.

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Gardening is an activity that bridges the generations in the most organic way possible.

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How to use your garden to connect with the grandkids

Gardening is an activity that bridges the generations in the most organic way possible. 

Charlie Albone

An empty patch of land can be so many things. It could be a housing development, or a carpark. 

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How to develop vacant spaces

An empty patch of land can be so many things. It could be a housing development, or a carpark. 

Casey Lister

Solarise fruit in plastic bags before placing in your red bin (not the FOGO bin) to kill Qfly larvae.

Shoo flyPremiumWhy no gardeners should ignore this pest

West Australians are being urged to be vigilant for the dreaded insect.

Sabrina Hahn

The end of summer is the height of gardening anxiety as the weather can be unpredictable. However the following jobs are a great way to prolong your garden while prepping for condition changes.

Charlie AlboneCommentsPremiumEight jobs you should do to prepare your garden for autumn

The end of summer is the height of gardening anxiety as the weather can be unpredictable. However, the following jobs are a great way to prolong your garden while prepping for condition changes.

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Pictured is Holly Noakes in her garden.

Gardens of WACommentsPremiumHow to grow an edible yard in Perth’s extreme heat

In the face of extreme heat and sandy soils, Holly Noakes has adapted her gardening to work with our conditions, rather than against them. 

Casey Lister

The golden shower tree (cassia fistula) in full flower.

GardenPremiumThe stunning tree blooming all over Perth

Have you noticed this spectacular tree blooming with golden flowers on a street near you? Sabrina Hahn explains why you might want to consider adding it to your own garden.

Sabrina Hahn