With its soaring temperatures and long days, summer is a great time of year for fresh, light salads. No picnic or BBQ is complete without a big bowl of crisp greens tossed in a summery dressing, and it’s even better if the lettuce is homegrown. Lettuce plants (Lactuca sativa cultivars) traditionally favour cooler climates, having
It’s no secret that homegrown veggies just taste better than store-bought. Whether you’re trying out a few salad greens or a committed urban farmer, nothing beats biting into homegrown produce. The question is, are there any nutritional benefits to growing veggies at home? We think there are – read on to find out what they
Embracing the Australian Sun in Your Garden In Australia’s diverse climate, gardening under the full sun offers some unique challenges but also a fantastic opportunity to showcase resilient and vibrant plants. The concept of ‘full sun’ (areas receiving at least six hours of direct sunlight daily) varies significantly across regions, affecting which plants will flourish.
Due to its harsh climate, Australia is home to some of the world’s most hardy and adaptable plants. Striking evergreen foliage, unique flowers and dynamic shapes are the icing on the cake for gardeners looking for drought hardy and shade tolerant solutions. Benefits of Australian Native Plants Australia experiences extreme summers, with soaring temperatures and
Who doesn’t love abundant basil over summer? As if you needed another reason to plant some of this aromatic herb, here’s a bonus: companion planting. What is companion planting? In the wild, it’s not too common for plants to grow in isolation – any one plant is normally surrounded by an array of other species.
What to Plant in Summer After all the action of the spring planting season, it’s easy to feel stumped as to what to plant in summer. Australia has a hot, dry climate at this time of year, and many plants don’t take kindly to these conditions. Other plants, however, absolutely thrive in summer. Read on
How to Take Care of Plants in Summer Wondering how to take care of plants during summer? It’s not as difficult as you might think, as long as you stay on top of a few essentials. How you apply these will vary between plant types, some being more tolerant of summer conditions than others, as
Watering Plants in Summer In the dry Australian summer, watering is an essential part of your gardening routine. It’s also important to value water as a limited resource, and know how to use it as efficiently as possible without leaving thirsty plants high and dry. Here are a few tips to get the most out
Got a garden lover on your list this Christmas? You’re in luck – finding Christmas presents for gardeners is easy at Garden Express. Whether you’re shopping for an old hand or a budding green thumb, there’s something for everyone. We’ve got a great range on offer for top Christmas gift ideas for gardeners. Â
Need a gift for the garden-mad man in your life? You’re in luck! Here’s our pick of gardening gifts for dad, hubby or any guy who loves getting out in the garden.     Weatherproof boots Give him the boot! A pair of Sloggers Men’s Muster Boots, that is. Great for all conditions, these are
