Eremophila
Native plants

Sitting pretty

With flowers in a vast range of colours and patterns, emu bush delights gardeners and wildlife alike.

Guichenotia
Native plants

Guichenotia

These silvery-foliaged shrubs with their dainty pastel flowers complement sun-loving plants of any colour.

Waratahs
Native plants

Torch bearer

Waratahs are iconic wildflowers, and their striking blooms can bring the same magic to the home garden.

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.