The Kiwi backyard is a space for bringing people together to play, relax – and eat. In Part 1 of this two-part series, Rebecca Hughes...

Invasive weeds can destroy the most carefully planned and executed garden – and blight the whole neighbourhood! In this article,...

While we tend to think of landscaping as a purely visual aesthetic, interpreting layers of colour and texture, our sense of smell can...

Gardens can be created from a wide or limited colour palette. In this article, Rebecca Hughes from Blue Mountain Nurseries shares some...

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)...

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

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

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...

Rhododendrons are a truly versatile and low-maintenance plant, suitable for a wide range of environments. In this article, Rebecca Hughes...