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Our garden guides will keep your garden green - or help you along the way! - with practical advice on choosing plants for gardens in Australia, planning your garden design, landscaping your backyard area for recreation or relaxation, dealing with pests in the garden and making the most of the outdoors at home.

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  1. How to plan a garden overhaul

    Looking to rejig your garden in a fairly major way and wondering how to plan a garden or outdoor space that works? Garden planning is about balanced priorities and forethought, combined with a bit of research.

  2. How to deal with a ladybug infestation in the garden

    Ladybugs are often considered a boon to gardens, helping to control pests - but they can actually be as pesky as other outdoor pests and lethal to certain types of plants.

  3. How to keep your swimming pool clean with pumps and filters

    What are pool pumps and filters for? What types are best for your swimming pool?

  4. How to plan and build garden sheds

    With the right planning, you can keep your garden shed well organised and everything close at hand.

  5. How to grow fresh herbs in a kitchen garden

    Herbs growing in your own kitchen garden look good, smell great, and add flavour and zest to your cooking. So, why not grow your own?

  6. How to choose the right fence materials

    There are many options when it comes to fence materials, both natural and man made. So what's best for the fence on your property?

  7. How to bring good balcony design to a patio near you

    Limited space doesn’t necessarily mean poor design and cramped quarters. Give your apartment a lift with these balcony design tips and ideas for creating small (cosy) balcony gardens and outdoor spaces with appeal.

  8. How to build an inground pool

    Inground swimming pools are the most permanent variety, so it's important to be sure about your choice - consider all the angles before constructing an in-ground swimming pool at your place.

  9. Reduce garden waste and recycle your greens

    There are a number of simple ways to reduce the amount of waste produced by your garden. If you're concerned about your green waste, here are some handy tips to reduce it!

  10. Preparing for spring gardening

    Gardens go berserk once the warmer weather arrives - make sure you're prepared with these handy spring gardening tips.