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.
Stars of the show
Some familiar faces from ABC TV’s Gardening Australia share the designs from the 2024 show that grabbed their attention.
Modern family
Who says you can’t have a garden while living in an apartment? This couple’s passion for plants finds its glorious expression in their East Perth loft apartment.
Team green
For this budding horticulturist, flowers are nice, but foliage plants really bring on the feels.
Ordered chaos
A deft mix of herbaceous perennials and swaying grasses has created a dynamic tapestry in this Melbourne garden.
Wildest dreams
This cosy tropical garden overflowing with greenery is a source of inspiration and pride for its creative owner.
Natural selection
A Sydney gardener has discovered the right mix of native plants to create a cottage-style design that keeps the wildlife happy. Discover how native plants can benefit your garden.
Young talent time
For this urban gardener, the chance to create a productive patch on her balcony is paying off in spades.
In full bloom
On a suburban block in an unassuming neighbourhood, Petrina Burrill is creating a whimsical wonderland filled with fragrant flowers.
Balcony scene
Horticulturist and keen plantsman Steve Falcioni has created a balcony garden that bursts with colour and year-round interest, proving size is no limitation when it comes to a love of plants.
Silver linings
When her 2020 travel plans were put on hold, a young gardener transformed her family’s garden into an easy-care sanctuary that they all treasure.
Art of living
For this creative couple, shaping a garden has been a natural form of artistic expression.