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A true-blue garden
Gardens can be created from a wide or limited colour palette. In this article, Rebecca Hughes from Blue Mountain Nurseries shares some...
May 12 min read


Top tips for buying plants
Prunus ‘Awanui’ on a 1.7m standard (left) vs a low-worked variety (right). This is a cultivar of the Yoshino cherry (Prunus x yedoensis)...
May 14 min read


Pondering ponds
There are many benefits to integrating ponds as part of your client’s landscape, yet many landscapers shy away from them due to perceived...
May 15 min read


Planting to your environment
As climates change, landscapers need to consider which plants best suit the climate and environment in their clients’ gardens. In this...
Mar 33 min read


Platinum autumn colour
Planting for the seasons will create a garden with year-round interest and beauty – and autumn is a great season to enjoy a blaze of...
Mar 33 min read


Rhododendron Stunners
Rhododendrons are a truly versatile and low-maintenance plant, suitable for a wide range of environments. In this article, Rebecca Hughes...
Jan 1, 20253 min read


Implementing landscape design
In last issue of NZ Landscaper, Jon Muller shared what he’s learned about design work from his 26 years in business. Now, he shares how...
Jan 1, 20253 min read


Best azaleas for any garden!
Azaleas are easy care plants requiring little maintenance, which offer a magnificent splash of colour in winter and spring gardens....
Nov 1, 20244 min read
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