Recent articles by Chloe Foster
Hakeas under the spotlight
With striking flowers and fruit, and diverse foliage, hakea plants bring design impact and habitat value.
Fan favourites
Fan-flowers are tougher than they look and reward gardeners with colour and wildlife-friendly blooms.
Under-pruning
Under-pruning is a technique that not only maintains plant health but also boost flowering and fruiting.
Espaliering
Specialist pruning techniques can maximise flower and fruit production, improve the health of your plants and expand your skillset.
Steep learning curve
The owners of this sloping block north-east of Melbourne have turned a gardener’s potential nightmare into a colourful and quirky wonderland.
Marvellous mulch
From the aesthetic to the practical to the downright beneficial, mulch is an all-rounder that has you – and your garden.
Behold the banksia
These iconic Aussie flowers bring the wow factor – as well as abundant wildlife – to any garden.