The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show (MIFGS) is a five-day celebration of all things horticultural. For garden lovers, it’s a chance to see amazing displays and hear from the experts. Here are some highlights, including ideas for small gardens!

Here are some steps you can take in your garden now to help critters cope with the season’s challenges.

The elkhorn fern is an epiphyte that grows naturally on tree trunks and branches. In the home, an elkhorn can be mounted on a board and displayed, creating an eye-catching feature. Here’s how to do it.

If you know a heatwave is coming, you can take steps to avoid damage, but if you return home after a hot day to find a wilted and shrivelled garden, don’t despair – most plants are resilient enough to be revived. Here’s how to prepare (or repair!) your garden.