Fact Sheets: Waterwise Gardening
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
Reclaiming Water
Malcolm Campbell, 21/03/2003
With drought affecting so much of southern Australia this summer, there is a much greater awareness of the home treatment of water for use and reuse, by a range of different systems.
Leeks & Carrots & Soaker Hose Idea
Peter Cundall, 07/03/2003
Leeks and Carrots
When planting leek seedlings, firstly make a row of holes and then drop them in so that most of the plant is in the hole.
Hose Sprinkler
Peter Cundall, 21/02/2003
Hose Sprinkler
It is inspiring to find that poor people from poverty stricken parts of the world are able to reuse rather than recycle.
