Saturday, October 11, 2025

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EditorialNewsbuds

AIPH International Horticultural Expo Conference

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The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) is pleased to announce that We Lodge, an accommodation provider for major events, has joined as Gold Sponsor for the upcoming AIPH International Horticultural Expo Conference. Taking place in Ghent, Belgium, the Conference will welcome Expo organisers, city officials, event providers, and key stakeholders on 15 September 2025.…

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The leaves rarely show all green or all cream which separates it from most of the other variegated aroids (Image: Clive Larkman) The leaves rarely show all green or all cream which separates it from most of the other variegated aroids (Image: Clive Larkman)
Plant PalettePlants

Monstera deliciosa ‘Thai Constellation’

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By Clive Larkman

Monstera ‘Thai Constellation’ took the world by storm in the mid to post COVID years. At the time, indoor plants were undergoing a resurgence that started just pre-COVID and then went ballistic as we were all shut down.…

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(L-R) Dr Peter Irga and Associate Professor Fraser Torpy (Image: University of Technology Sydney) (L-R) Dr Peter Irga and Associate Professor Fraser Torpy (Image: University of Technology Sydney)
EditorialNewsbuds

Plants versus pollution

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Research proves green walls offer more than good looks

By Associate Professor Fraser Torpy and Dr Peter Irga

If you love that new-car smell, brace yourself. While that smell evokes feelings of fresh and new, it’s the byproduct of materials like paint, carpet and plastics leeching potentially carcinogenic compounds such as benzene into the air.  

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EditorialEditors editorial

Lifelong learning and fascination

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When people ask why I chose horticulture as a career, I usually respond that I love the fascination of nature. If I lived ten lifetimes, I would only be scratching the surface of all there is to learn. I gain new knowledge at every event, conference, trek, or bushwalk, and from many of the conversations that take place on such occasions.…

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The new Laak Boorndap Head Gardener, Russell Larke, in action at the Test Garden (Image: MAP Co). The new Laak Boorndap Head Gardener, Russell Larke, in action at the Test Garden (Image: MAP Co).
Green InfrastructureLandscape

Naturalistic planting takes centre stage

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By Gabrielle Stannus

The Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reimagine that city’s cultural hub. Encompassing The Fox: NGV Contemporary, the major refurbishment of Arts Centre Melbourne’s Theatres Building, this major infrastructure project will also oversee the creation of Laak Boorndap, a new 18,000m2 urban garden.

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Taraxacum sp. (Dandelion) (Image: Couleur, Pixabay) Taraxacum sp. (Dandelion) (Image: Couleur, Pixabay)
PlantsWeeds

Weed species – a guide to plant choice and soil indicators

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By Patrick Regnault

Observing the weed species can tell us a lot about the nutrient availability, soil compaction, recent history of the site, pH, moisture levels, and soil texture. Understanding or reading weeds can guide us in our planting selection. It can help us work successfully with the conditions rather than forcing unsuitable plants upon the land.

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Stampede Hybrid Buffalo fully established on demonstration lawn area (images supplied by Lawn Solutions Australia) Stampede Hybrid Buffalo is fully established on the demonstration lawn area (images supplied by Lawn Solutions Australia)
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Newly released buffalo grass cultivar

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Lawn Solutions Australia (LSA) has been working with Dr Ambika Chandra, from Texas A&M University in the US, on a new buffalo turfgrass Stenotaphrum secundatum for the Australian market for many years. New turf varieties are not shelf-stock items and take many years of research, data collection, morphological testing and comparable trials in the US and Australia before, and if, they are released to the market.

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NGIWA's Executive Officer and volunteers created six inspirational Waterwise garden displays. This Mediterranean-inspired design was one of the highlights (Image: Krystle Ricci) NGIWA's Executive Officer and volunteers created six inspirational Waterwise garden displays. This Mediterranean-inspired design was one of the highlights (Image: Krystle Ricci)
EditorialIndustry Event

Perth Garden Show flourishes in new location with strong industry support

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By Lisa Passmore

The 2025 Perth Garden Show bloomed into its vibrant new home at McCallum Park in Victoria Park, nestled beside the Swan River and shaded by mature trees and providing the perfect canvas for Western Australia’s premier garden and outdoor living event.

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EditorialNursery Papers

Nursery Papers

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IMPROVING WATER AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN PRODUCTION NURSERIES

Introduction
When managing a production nursery, water is essential. It makes good business sense to use water wisely and reduce waste.

Production nurseries can make significant profits from efficient water use via:

  • much lower water bills

  • using water at no cost through recycling and
    runoff management

  • good business practices through implementing
    water efficiency strategies

  • improved crop quality and uniformity

  • enhanced plant health

  • reduced dispatch costs.
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Machine Efficient Biodiverse Installations (MEBI)

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A smarter way to plant for maintenance realities

By Daniel Fuller

After more than a decade leading maintenance crews, I’ve seen firsthand how landscapes can decline, not because of poor design, but due to poor maintenance. One of the most common killers?…

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