Overlapping grass creeping into a garden bed is one of those things you stop seeing after a while. The edge softens, the mulch shifts, the line between lawn and planting disappears — and the whole yard starts to look vaguely ...

Check the load rating of your balcony slab before you do anything else. Not after you've bought the planter boxes, not once the soil is in. Most residential balconies sit somewhere between 150 and 300 kilograms per square metre, and ...

  By Charlie Albone I always find the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show a bit overwhelming in the best possible way. You walk in thinking you’ll take a quick lap, and before you know it, you’ve spent hours wandering ...

Using weathering steel edging for your garden is a popular choice, and for good reason. This material, often called Corten steel, develops a distinctive rusty look over time. Over time, that initial reddish bloom transforms into a long-lasting, stable finish. ...

When you're thinking about giving your garden a bit of a facelift, people will often turn to garden shows, landscaping magazines, public gardens or even Pinterest boards for some inspiration. Oner element that comes up time after time, are the ...

When you've got a beautiful garden, keeping the lawn from creeping into your flower beds can be a real pain. It looks untidy and can be more work to maintain. You may have tried trimming it back or pulling it ...

If you're thinking about giving your garden a bit of a spruce-up, you might have seen those sleek, modern garden beds and wondered how they’re made. Often, it’s all about using a strong material like steel garden edging. It’s not ...

Garden edging might seem like a small detail, but it can have a big impact on how your home is perceived, especially by potential buyers. In a competitive Australian property market, presentation matters, and even simple landscaping choices can influence ...

Most Australians are juggling busy schedules, so it’s not always realistic to spend hours maintaining the garden. You still want an outdoor space that looks neat and inviting, but without the constant upkeep. That’s where the right garden edging can ...

Living in a bushfire-prone area in Australia means taking extra care with your property, and that includes your garden. The choices you make for garden edging can play a role in how safe your home is during a fire. This ...

Looking to tie your garden together? Combining planter boxes with garden edging can really make your outdoor space look cohesive. It's a simple trick that can make a big difference, whether you're aiming for a neat, tidy look or something ...

Thinking about giving your garden a bit of a facelift? There are heaps of DIY landscaping ideas out there that won't cost you an arm and a leg. Whether you're just starting out or looking to add some flair to ...

Choosing the right Planter Box Size can feel a bit overwhelming when you're just starting out. You want your plants to be happy, right? Well, it's not as complicated as it might seem. Think of it like picking out a ...

Even with a tiny patch of outdoor space, you can bring life and colour to your surroundings. Planter boxes are a fantastic way to achieve this, offering a versatile solution for small yards, balconies, or patios. This guide will walk ...

You're looking to get your vegetable garden set up, and you've decided on metal raised planter boxes. That's a smart move! These beds offer a lot of benefits for growing your own food, making the whole process a bit simpler ...

Looking to add a bit of life and structure to your outdoor space? You've come to the right place. This complete guide to planter boxes will walk you through everything you need to know, from picking the right materials to ...

When you picture your garden, you might think about the flowers and plants, but what about the edges? The borders around your garden are like the frame for a painting – they really make the whole thing pop. Good edging ...

When you're planning out your garden or giving your existing landscape a bit of a spruce-up, choosing the right type of garden edging is a detail that really makes a difference. It's not just about looks, though; the right edging ...

Creating a tidy garden without spending all your free time on it is definitely possible. You might not think about it much, but the edges of your garden beds and pathways play a big role in keeping things neat and ...

Using garden edging offers a surprising number of advantages for your outdoor spaces. It's not just about looks, though it certainly helps there. Properly installed edging acts as a barrier, keeping grass from creeping into your garden beds and preventing ...

  By Bridie Moon Every year, the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show (MIGFS) brings together Australia’s most talented landscape designers, horticulturists, and students to celebrate innovation, sustainability, and beauty in outdoor spaces. For ShapeScaper, MIGFS 2025 was more than ...

By Charlie Albone Landscape construction can transform a garden or outdoor space into a functional and beautiful environment. However, this transformation process can pose significant risks to one of the most delicate and vital parts of your plants: their roots. ...

There's a quiet movement growing in backyards across Australia, a shift away from tightly clipped lawns and manicured borders, and toward something wilder, more sustainable, and deeply connected to the land we live on. The modern Australian garden is evolving. ...

 By Charlie Albone The topography of your garden has a huge impact on the design aesthetic of your space and one that needs careful consideration to not only look good but have useful areas and successful planting. When it comes ...

 By Charlie Albone We can all marvel at a nice garden with big stand out features like swimming pools, fireplaces, formal lawns and the rest of the bells and whistles but there is one detail that can make a nice ...