The first of September marks the ‘official’ start of spring in Australia, although the horticultural industry knows that this seasonal marker varies from year to year, and may increasingly do so in the future. Attending The Landscape Association’s (TLA) 2025 Landscape Expo recently, I spoke with many nursery representatives who told me they were preparing for what is typically the busiest time of the year for them.… Continue reading
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The 2025 Landscape Expo was abuzz with people viewing the greenlife and horticultural products on display (Images: Ludovic Vilbert, Inwardout Studio)
By Gabrielle Stannus
The Landscape Association held their Landscape Expo on Wednesday, 27 August 2025 in the Howie Pavilion at Sydney Showground. This was the first year that the expo was held at this bigger venue, and my first time attending.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Daniel Fuller
Modern landscapes are becoming increasingly smaller, particularly in urban areas with blocks being subdivided for smaller yards, townhouses and apartments. This creates a demand for plants that can provide screening in smaller spaces while still providing maximum impact.… Continue reading
Read MoreBiosecurity breaches remain one of the biggest threats to Australia’s nursery industry. With more than a dozen new threats detected in just the past six months, it is clear we can no longer rely on geographic isolation alone.
Greenlife Industry Australia (GIA) is urging growers to stay vigilant and take advantage of levy-funded resources that strengthen on-farm pest and disease management.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Tania Harman and Daniel Knox
The R&D Tax Incentive program provides an opportunity for horticulture businesses to receive financial support for their innovative activities. Understanding what qualifies under this incentive program is crucial.
The R&D Tax Incentive (R&DTI) is jointly administered by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR).… Continue reading
Read MoreBy John Corban
Lux Landscapes is a premium design, construction and maintenance business operating on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. I worked with Nick Abba in 2019 helping him improve his business. Nick has had great success and growth over the last six years.… Continue reading
Read MoreBeing editor of Hort Journal allows me to travel across the country meeting other members of the horticultural industry. Attending Greenlife Industry Queensland’s 2025 Green Expo on the Gold Coast recently reminded me of the importance of these events in our increasingly busy calendars.… Continue reading
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The 2025 Green Expo was abuzz with people viewing the greenlife and horticultural products on display
By Gabrielle Stannus
Promotional material to market Greenlife Industry Queensland’s Green Expo certainly did not lie when it said this event brings together the best of the nursery and garden industry, with a wide range of displays and products all in one place.… Continue reading
Read MoreGreener Spaces Better Places is excited to share an update on our HOW TO GROW campaign, a trial now live across five participating nurseries nationwide.
Launched earlier this year, the trial is testing whether simple, colour-coded pot stickers – each linked to a QR code and bite-sized plant care video – can help nursery customers buy and grow with confidence.… Continue reading
By Tara Cuddihy
Succession planning is a critical aspect for any business, and the horticultural industry is no exception. It can be a daunting task; however it is best to plan and review often to have a robust succession plan in place to ensure the continuity and success of operations.… Continue reading
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