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AB Bishop

Horticultural editor
AB is a horticulturist, writer, and conservationist. She is a host on Melbourne’s 3CR Community Radio gardening program, and a regular guest on ABC Radio Sydney’s gardening show with Simon Marnie. AB has authored three books about Australian flora and fauna. Naturescapes: How to create a natural Australian Garden (coauthored with Phillip Withers). Habitat: A practical guide to creating a wildlife-friendly, Australian Garden (Australia’s best-selling gardening book 2018). The Australian Native Garden (coauthored with Angus Stewart). Reprinted as The Waterwise Australian Native Garden. AB previously worked as a native plant expert at Kuranga Native Nursery and as a researcher for ABC TV’s Gardening Australia program.

Recent articles by AB Bishop

Conifers
Pruning

Seasonal spruce-up

The beautiful colours and symmetry of conifers bring unique flair to a garden and pruning them correctly means they will look good for years to come. AB Bishop talks to an expert who has some helpful advice.

Wattle tree
Shrubs and trees

Golden glow

In honour of National Wattle Day, AB Bishop shares some wattles worth growing in your garden.

How to ID butterflies
Supporting wildlife

How to ID butterflies

Everyone loves to spot butterflies in the garden. Here’s how to identify which fluttering beauty is visiting your garden – with advice on how to encourage more!

Shade-loving natives
Native plants

Shade-loving natives

There’s an abundance of native species that thrive in shady conditions, whether moist or dry shade. Horticultural editor AB Bishop shares a selection.

Conifer
Shrubs and trees

Conifer confidence

Conifers come in a range of shapes and sizes, providing colour, texture and structure to gardens in all climates. Our horticultural editor, AB Bishop, shares some garden-friendly varieties to try.

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2024
MIFGS

Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2024

Aussie native plants were the stars of the 2024 show. They shone in relaxed, meadow-style plantings and luxe contemporary designs. Here, we share some of the designer gardens.

Sugar glider in backyard
Supporting wildlife

Welcome wildlife

Habitat expert AB Bishop shares some easy ways to provide food and habitat for local wildlife.

Maya Quin
Meet the gardener

Team green

For this budding horticulturist, flowers are nice, but foliage plants really bring on the feels.

James Beattie's garden in Melbourne
Small gardens

Ordered chaos

A deft mix of herbaceous perennials and swaying grasses has created a dynamic tapestry in this Melbourne garden.

Support small birds
Supporting wildlife

Support small birds

Little birds need our help! The best way to attract small birds to your garden is by providing them with insect-attracting and protective plants, especially small native shrubs. Our habitat guru, AB Bishop, suggests the following species:

Large-flowered grevilleas
Shrubs and trees

Large-flowered grevilleas

All grevilleas are gorgeous, but some offer huge blooms that are like a beacon for wildlife. Here’s some tips for how to grow these showstoppers in your garden.

Bulb plants
Bulbs

Beauty of bulbs

Daffodils and tulips are the familiar favourites, but there is a huge diversity of bulb plants to explore.

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