Native river rose
Native plants

Native river rose

This cute, spreading shrub is arrayed in tiny pink flowers in spring, with spot-flowering for most of the year.

Pimelea
Native plants

Prime pimelea time

The spherical clusters of colourful flowers on these small native shrubs light up the garden for months.

Red and green kangaroo paw
Native plants

A walk in the park

We visit Perth’s King Park and the Western Australian Botanic Garden to explore some unique botanical treasures. AB Bishop showcases five sensational native plants and how to grow them.

Grevilleas
Native plants

Growing grevilleas

Grevilleas are colourful, versatile and wildlife-friendly. AB Bishop shares some expert growing advice.

kangaroo paws
Native plants

Growing kangaroo paws

Kangaroo paws add flair to the garden and are easy to grow when given the right care. Here is your definitive guide to growing kangaroo paws.

Wattle tree
Shrubs and trees

Golden glow

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

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.

small native trees
Shrubs and trees

Small native trees

Discover small to mid-sized native trees that deserve a place in your suburban backyard.

Native plants
Native plants

Growing Australian native plants

Want to incorporate more native plants in your garden but don’t know where to begin? Here’s some growing advice and tips from the experts.

Deciduous beech
Shrubs and trees

Deciduous beech

While European deciduous trees are farmed for their autumn foliage, this little-known Tasmanian native also features those coveted autumnal tones.

Honeyeater perched in a bush of kangaroo paw
Native plants

Kangaroo paws

Kangaroo paws are one of our most distinctive native plants, with their vibrantly coloured, furry, tubular flowers. Here’s the lowdown on how to grow them in your garden.

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.