Nothing says summer quite like long, neat rows of bright green, freshly mown lawn. The sweet smell of grass fills the air, and nature’s perfume flows into our nostrils/surrounds us. The rest…
MoreParks and gardens have always been popular places to spend down time – playing, walking, running, gardening, or simply sitting and enjoying the peace. But if we want them to continue to prod…
MoreMore than just a lawn and a few raised beds, today’s gardens need to offer an integrated design that caters for a multitude of functions, all wrapped up in a great-looking, low-maintenance p…
MoreDirector of Second Nature Landscapes, Chris Ballantyne is a man driven by passion to create liveable and meaningful gardens. He and his team adopt an holistic approach.
MoreWe talk to Gordon Subritzky, technical manager of The Fireplace, about the practicalities and aesthetics of installing a fireplace into an outdoor living area.
MoreNot just a teaching resource, shared gardens are a way to bring whole communities together, says passionate environmentalist Adrian Roche.
MoreAuckland has licence to grow both inside the city limits and further out on the boundaries. So is it up or out? Either way, city environmentalists and ecologists are feeling uncomfortable.
MoreWe catch up with Rob Champion of Natural Habitats’ technology division to understand more about the design and installation of green walls – especially in the home environment.
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