Celebrate spring by bringing a splash of colour and comfort to your outdoor entertaining and relaxation areas with a little help from the lifestyle specialists at Gardening Central. We understand that people want to bring the comforts of indoor living to outside areas whether they are in the garden, on the patio, or by the swimming pool.
After all, spring is the time when you can enjoy breakfast on the patio in the morning sun or lounge around on a sleepy Sunday with the kids. So, here are some simple tips to help turn your garden into a space fit for the whole family to enjoy. ...
february gardening
garden diary
The hottest days are over, the soil is warm and moist from summer rains making February an ideal time to plant for Aussie gardeners. Before planting new shrubs, make
bbq prawns with avocado salsa - pete evans recipe
recipes
Celebrity chef Pete Evans (who you may know from Fresh, Masterchef, or as co-owner of Hugo's), cooks up a light, refreshing meal whose simplicity does not to justice to its delightful taste.
pest repellent plants
gardening
One of the great challengers for any gardener is protecting plants from the constant onslaught of pests and insects. While it’s tempting to reach for the nearest chemical
plants in flower in summer
plants in season
A list (including descriptions for many) of both popular and uncommon plants who flower during the Australian summer. Includes both natives and introduced species
colourful australian native gardens
gardening
Australian native plants were maligned for many years. They were said to be scruffy, uninteresting and dull. How wrong this is. Native gardens can be a delightful rainbow of colour
bbq partners - herbs
fact sheets
Outdoor living on a warm summer day is not complete without a BBQ. Whether it’s fish, meat or vegetarian food being prepared, the addition of freshly picked herbs will enhance their flavour exponentially
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Stone pavers are a great way to enhance your lifestyle as they give you the freedom to extend entertaining areas without having to resort to costly renovations. Paving is the perfect way to maximise space on small urban blocks and create areas of interest for larger properties.
Choosing the right paving material can make a big difference to the look and feel of your place. Get it wrong and you not only risk ruining your garden but breaking the budget too.
Practically, paving needs to cater to the specific demands of the outdoor environment, such as sun exposure, child’s play, rotting leaves from overhanging trees, and furniture being moved around from one sunny spot to another ...
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