Fact Sheets: Waterwise Gardening
GA EXPO ADELAIDE - Fun With Succulents
Sophie Thomson, 06/03/2010
Sophie details some interesting ways to use to the succulent
The Point Preschool
Angus Stewart, 27/02/2010
Angus Stewart visits Gardening Australia's 2008 Gardener of the Year runner-up
Self-watering Pots
Jane Edmanson, 20/02/2010
Jane Edmanson demonstrates how to put together a simple self-watering pot
A Townsville Garden
Colin Campbell, 13/02/2010
Colin Campbell explores a stunning garden in which the owners have managed to overcome the challenging Townsville conditions
Gardening in Townsville
Colin Campbell, 13/02/2010
Colin Campbell discusses Townsville's challenging horticultural conditions
Growing Proteas and Waratahs
Angus Stewart, 13/02/2010
Angus Stewart discusses two spectacular members of the Proteaceae family
Heatwave Affected Plants
Gardening Australia Team, 06/02/2010
Some tips from the Gardening Australia team on how to help your plants recover after a heatwave
'Inverawe'
Jane Edmanson, 23/01/2010
Jane Edmanson explores 'Inverawe', a stunning Tasmanian property
The Canberra Arboretum
Angus Stewart, 26/12/2009
Angus Stewart explores a unique arboretum in the making in Canberra
Improving Sandy Soils
Josh Byrne, 19/12/2009
Josh Byrne demonstrates ways to improve and manage sandy soils
'The Patch' School Garden
John Patrick, 05/12/2009
John Patrick visits 'The Patch' primary school in the Dandenong's, to see their wonderful garden designed and created by students
Summer Preparation
Josh Byrne, 28/11/2009
Josh Byrne explains how he prepares his Perth garden for the hot summer months
Gardening for Canberra
John Patrick, 21/11/2009
John Patrick explores a garden perfectly designed to cope with Canberra's extreme climate
Aloes
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 07/11/2009
Jerry Coleby-Williams discovers an Aloe paradise in Brisbane, Queensland
Irrigation Emitters
Tino Carnevale, 07/11/2009
Tino Carnevale discusses what irrigation emitters are and how to use them
The Friends of Port Augusta
Sophie Thomson, 07/11/2009
Sophie Thomson visits the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Gardens in Port Augusta, SA
Booyeembara Park
Josh Byrne, 31/10/2009
Josh Byrne explores a restoration project with a difference in Freemantle, Western Australia
Munro Court
Jane Edmanson, 24/10/2009
Jane Edmanson explores a very different housing development in Castlemaine, Victoria
Edible Aquatics
Josh Byrne, 17/10/2009
Josh Byrne explains how to maintain a pot of edible aquatic plants.
Catchment Friendly Gardens
Josh Byrne, 10/10/2009
Josh Byrne explores a Perth water catchment garden and finds out how to make a home garden catchment friendly
Little Raven Wetlands
John Patrick, 19/09/2009
John Patrick visits a multi-purpose wetland in Cranbourne, Victoria
Serendipity
Josh Byrne, 19/09/2009
Josh Byrne visits a couple leading a self-reliant lifestyle in Broome, WA
'Inverawe'
Jane Edmanson, 05/09/2009
Jane Edmanson explores 'Inverawe', a stunning Tasmanian property
A New Broome
Josh Byrne, 29/08/2009
Josh Byrne visits Broome and discovers how sustainable gardening practices are changing the face of an iconic Kimberley landscape
Ask It/Solve It
Gardening Australia, 22/08/2009
Jerry identifies a drought tolerant plant and Angus solves an Azalea problem
Bush Revegetation
Stephen Ryan, 15/08/2009
Stephen checks out some of Melbourne's bushland regeneration
A Challenging Site
Josh Byrne, 01/08/2009
Josh explores a stunning garden in North Fremantle, Western Australia.
The Canberra Arboretum
Angus Stewart, 25/07/2009
Angus Stewart explores a unique arboretum in the making in Canberra
A Spanish Style Garden
Josh Byrne, 18/07/2009
Josh visits a Perth garden that draws inspiration from the Mediterranean
'The Patch' School Garden
John Patrick, 04/07/2009
John Patrick visits 'The Patch' primary school in the Dandenong's, to see their wonderful garden designed and created by students
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Angus Stewart, 04/07/2009
Angus Stewart is in Canberra to visit The Australian National Botanic Gardens
A Climate Compatible Garden
Sophie Thomson, 20/06/2009
Sophie Thomson explores an Adelaide inner-city garden designed with the climate in mind
In Conversation - The Role of Botanic Gardens
Stephen Ryan, 20/06/2009
Stephen Ryan discusses the role of botanic gardens with John Arnott from Royal Botanic Gardens, Cranbourne
Site Analysis
John Patrick, 20/06/2009
John Patrick offers tips for when creating a new garden or renovating an existing one
In Conversation - Sustainable Gardening
Stephen Ryan, 30/05/2009
Stephen Ryan talks sustainable gardening with Elaine Shallue from Sustainable Gardening Australia.
Drought Tolerant Plants
Sophie Thomson, 23/05/2009
Sophie Thomson explains the importance of using climate-compatible plants in the garden.
In Conversation - Gardening Through Drought
Stephen Ryan, 16/05/2009
Stephen Ryan discusses how to garden in dry conditions with author and garden designer, Kevin Walsh
Saltwater Incursion
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 16/05/2009
Jerry discovers a range of plants adapted to living in salty conditions
Improving Sandy Soils
Josh Byrne, 14/03/2009
Josh Byrne demonstrates ways to improve and manage sandy soils
Creating a Water Garden
Sophie Thomson, 07/03/2009
Sophie Thomson visits a water garden property near Adelaide
Groundcovers
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 22/11/2008
Jerry looks at a range of ground covers that can be used as lawn alternatives
Boat's End
Sophie Thomson, 15/11/2008
Sophie Thompson discovers a stunning low-maintenance garden in South Australia
Reuse in the Garden
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 08/11/2008
Jerry Coleby-Williams gives tips on reusing common waste materials
Maintaining Drip Irrigation
Josh Byrne, 25/10/2008
Josh Byrne explains how to maintain a drip irrigation system
Dry-Climate Orchard
Sophie Thomson, 10/05/2008
Sophie visits an orchard specialising in dry-climate fruit and nut trees
The Value of Trees
John Patrick, 05/04/2008
John discovers the value of trees in our urban landscapes
Dry-Climate Garden
Sophie Thomson, 22/03/2008
Sophie meets dry-climate gardening expert Trevor Nottle
A Water-Wise Garden
Sophie Thomson, 23/12/2006
Sophie explains the principles of her water-wise garden
Several years ago, when permanent water restrictions were introduced, gardeners across Australia went into a panic, believing that their precious gardens would turn to dust.
Rainwater Tanks
Josh Byrne, 23/12/2006
Josh talks about rainwater tanks
With so much of the country in drought, water conservation is on our minds and making the most of natural rain is the perfect place to start.
Creating a Small Garden
Josh Byrne, 11/11/2006
Josh explains his plans to recycle organic waste
The 3,500 litre in ground rainwater tank is installed.
Rainwater Tanks
Josh Byrne, 16/09/2006
Josh talks about rainwater tanks
With so much of the country in drought, water conservation is on our minds and making the most of natural rain is the perfect place to start.
Creating a Small Garden
Josh Byrne, 15/07/2006
Josh installs a grey water system
The next step in setting up the new garden is to install a grey water system - a big job, but a critical one.
Pete To Your Place
Peter Cundall, 08/07/2006
Peter visits a garden to give advice on improving soil structure
The biggest problem for most garden lovers in many parts of Australia is lack of water.
A Water-Wise Garden
Sophie Thomson, 10/06/2006
Sophie explains the principles of her water-wise garden
Several years ago, when permanent water restrictions were introduced, gardeners across Australia went into a panic, believing that their precious gardens would turn to dust.
Gardening Australia Expo Brisbane - Waterwise Gardening
Sophie Thomson, 19/05/2006
Although not a new idea, the concept of being a waterwise gardener has been forced upon us by water restrictions.
Drought Proofing your Garden
Sophie Thomson, 17/09/2005
Sophie visits a “drought proof” garden in the Adelaide Hills
Water Techniques
Jerry Coleby-Williams, 17/09/2005
Jerry talks about water saving techniques
Waterwise Gardener of the Year
Josh Byrne, 17/09/2005
Josh meets Jeanette Woods – our Waterwise Gardener of the Year.
Waterwise Garden
Melissa King, 09/07/2005
Melissa visits the waterwise garden of Lawrie Koelmeyer.
Salvia
John Patrick, 04/06/2005
John profiles some Salvias.
Grey Water
Joshua Byrne, 28/05/2005
Josh talks about using Grey Water on the garden.
Re-using Plastic
Andrew O'Sullivan, 02/04/2005
Andrew gives us some tips on reusing plastic.
Andrew's Garden
Andrew O'Sullivan, 05/03/2005
Andrew O’Sullivan, one of our NSW Presenters, shows us his private oasis in inner Sydney.
Water Special - Designing a Waterwise Garden
Melissa King, 05/11/2004
Water Special - Designing a Waterwise Garden
Water Special - Plant Selection
Melissa King, 05/11/2004
Water Special - Plant Selection
Water Special - Soil Preparation & Mulch
Melissa King, 05/11/2004
Water Special - Soil Preparation & Mulch
Water Special - Water Collection
Melissa King, 05/11/2004
Water Special - Water Collection
Water Special - Water Re-use
Melissa King, 05/11/2004
Water Special - Water Re-use
Rainwater Tanks
Andrew O'Sullivan, 01/10/2004
Rainwater Tanks
Permaculture #7 - Greywater
Josh Byrne, 10/09/2004
Permaculture #7 - Greywater
Permaculture #6 - Drip Irrigation
Josh Byrne, 27/08/2004
Permaculture #6 - Drip Irrigation
SA Grandeur
Malcolm Campbell, 20/08/2004
SA Grandeur
Permaculture #5 - Wetland
Joshua Byrne, 13/08/2004
Permaculture #5 - Wetland
Water Re-use
Malcolm Campbell, 06/08/2004
Water Re-use
