Plants breathe life and greenery into your home and garden. Whether you love native plants, exotics, ornamentals or indoor plants, you’ll find helpful advice and inspiration here.

flannel flowers
Flowers

Star power

With their velvety leaves and signature star-shaped blooms, flannel flowers add a touch of magic to the landscape. In the September issue, Angus Stewart profiles this native treasure and has some suggestions for how to use it.

lipstick plant
Indoor plants

Lipstick plant

With trailing stems and vibrant tubular flowers, lipstick plant is a striking addition to any indoor collection.

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.

Grevilleas
Native plants

Growing grevilleas

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

blueberries
Fruit

True blue

Delicious and full of antioxidants, blueberries are easy to grow once you know the basics. In the September issue, Phil Dudman writes that choosing the right variety for your climate is crucial to growing these plants successfully.