While writing this editorial, I am listening to radio interviews about National Australian Science Week which aims to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education nationwide. One young seven-year-old told me that his school calls it STEEM, and the extra E is for the environment, a most important topic.… Continue reading
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Peach crop and leaf vigour is under threat as temperatures warm (Image: Alabama Extension via Flickr under CC0 1.0)
By Gabrielle Stannus
As we plan for climate change, we hear a lot about street trees planted for their ornamental and environmental amenity. What about fruit trees in these and other public landscapes and home gardens? What can we learn from commercial orchardists now to help improve how we select and maintain fruit trees to survive our changing climate, particularly those varieties that require winter chill?… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Karen Smith
The colours of a rainbow were on show at the recent Nursery & Garden Industry Queensland’s Green Expo. The moment you entered the building, the place was abuzz with excitement and creative displays.
The Expo was held at the Gold Coast Turf Club and Events Centre, which has proved successful since moving from the Gold Coast Convention Centre.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Michael Casey
The Singapore Garden Festival (SGF) successfully returned in August for its ninth edition at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, showcasing an amazing blend of creativity and horticultural prowess. Organised by the National Parks Board (NParks), this premier international garden and flower show continues to captivate with its signature events, including the highly anticipated Best of Show Designer Gardens competition and a refreshed Floral Windows to the World Championship.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy John Corban
What does above the line mean? It starts with thinking and playing above the line of responsibility. When you take responsibility and ownership for all that is happening in your business (good and bad), you are empowered to do whatever it takes to make your business successful.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Daniel Fuller
Pretty plants are great, but if they aren’t practical in the landscape they can be a complete waste of time. At Ozbreed, we focus on breeding plants that are no fuss, functional and reliable because we understand how hard it is to keep plants growing happily in the urban landscape.… Continue reading
Read MoreINDUSTRY EXPERTS INVITE 82,000 AUSSIES TO ASK ME ANYTHING!
A dynamic two-way conversation between industry experts and Australian green life consumers has been rolling out via the @GreenerSpacesBetterPlaces Instagram channel. Connecting consumers directly with industry gardening experts, the social media video series recently featured:
Andrew Laidlaw, lead horticulturist and landscape designer for Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens.… Continue reading
Read MoreGreenlife Industry Australia (GIA) welcomes the announcement of a new Senate Inquiry into big box retailers, including Bunnings. This Inquiry, initiated by National Party Senator Ross Cadell, was one of the recommendations made by the Senate Supermarket Inquiry earlier this year.… Continue reading
Read MoreAs the Hawkesbury River region in NSW continues to contend with devastating natural disasters, one local Council has revealed a lesser-known side-effect of the area’s heavy flooding and is combatting it with innovative drone technology for the first time ever in the region.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Patrick Regnault
From quoting to completion, having a well-planned work schedule improves efficiency and reduces cost and wastage. Time spent on working out the method and timing of each phase of the work will ensure the quotation is accurate, the project will run smoothly, the client will feel confident everything is under control, and the materials will be of sufficient quality and quantity.… Continue reading
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