Edgy Hills Project
Posted on Aug 20, 2012 in New projects
I have been doing some work for a very talented building designer Jason Saunders of Arc 7.1. He does things a little differently and is not afraid to push the boundaries of design. I recently submitted this landscape concept for a large hills property. The house is not built yet but is a fairly complex design with some great geometry.
read moreLess water + a green garden = is it possible in Perth?
Posted on May 29, 2012 in Waterwise
We live on the edge of a desert and as we wait for the winter rains, water continues to be an ongoing issue for us here in WA. The combination of a drying climate and rapid population growth means that potable water will be under serious pressure in the years ahead. Currently just under half of scheme water is applied to gardens, most of which are ornamental.
Read on to find out how to reduce your external water use and cut your water bill significantly.
Zanthorrea Nursery- expert garden advice in a beautiful setting
Posted on Apr 9, 2012 in Nurseries
Autumn is a great time to get out and about, visiting garden centres for ideas and inspiration. Make sure you put Zanthorrea Nursery, voted many times as the Best Garden Centre in Australia, at the top of your list.
read moreGidgegannup project
Posted on Mar 23, 2012 in New projects
This project in Gidgegannup has a lovely aspect overlooking a lake through jarrah forest. Instead of trying to create an artificial garden around the home, the concept design proposes a space where the owners can enjoy the view and the natural surrounds.
read moreStunning Kangaroo Paws
Posted on Mar 22, 2012 in Native Plants
Flowering in spring/summer, the Federation Flame Kangaroo Paw puts on a stunning display with its blue grey foliage and rich orange flowers. It has been selected to represent the Centenary of Federation and to reflect Australia’s unique natural heritage.
read moreRed Capped Flowering Gum shows off in summer
Posted on Mar 22, 2012 in Native Plants
Who says native gardens have no colour?
Eucalyptus erythrycorys or ‘Illyarrie’ which flowers in March/April adds a bright splash of colour to the autumn garden.