Plants have evolved into many forms, adapting to various growing conditions (Image: John Fitzsimmons)
By John Fitzsimmons
We all know plants are wonderful, sustaining life and wellbeing in so many ways, but we can sometimes benefit from a reminder of just what amazing ‘machines’ they are too – amazing hydraulic and chemical machines!
It’s amazing how ‘vascular’ plants can turn sunlight into chemical energy, and sometimes startling how (tree) roots and stems can physically disrupt hard paving and even affect otherwise solid buildings.… Continue reading
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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:
By Michael Casey
Green infrastructure and urban greening deliver a wide range of benefits. It cools our buildings and local environments, supports biodiversity, and helps manage stormwater during periods of heavy rainfall. While these environmental benefits are widely acknowledged, the economic advantages are often viewed narrowly, typically in terms of increased property values, higher building occupancy rates, and elevated sale prices.… Continue reading
Read MoreBringing together peak bodies to drive more and better green space in Australia.
With the backing of key industry leaders including Greenlife Industry Australia, Facilities Management Australia, Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia, Australian Institute of Landscape Architects, Parks and Leisure Australia, and others – this initiative is designed to create tangible demand for green infrastructure, benefiting the nursery industry and the wider community.By… Continue reading
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Tim Uebergang and cycad biologist James Clugston in the Pilliga National Park with Macrozamia diplomera (Image: Georgie Moyes)
By Tim Uebergang & Georgie Moyes
Cycads are the ultimate survivors. Dating back over 280 million years, these ancient Gymnosperms have witnessed mass extinctions, continental shifts, and the evolution of flowering plants. Despite their resilience, cycads are now the most threatened organism on the planet.… Continue reading
Read MoreThe Landscape Association (TLA) Apprentice of the Year Awards recognise the value and importance of apprentices in shaping the future of the landscaping industry.
Awarded annually as part of the TLA Landscape Excellence Awards, they aim to nurture, support and inspire the next generation of the industry and foster future leaders.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Dr. Megan Hirst
Seeds can be overlooked next to floral displays, but we can truly appreciate their hidden beauty under magnification. Seeds allow plants to move through space and time, and with this, a sense of wonder.
For some species, their seed has the amazing ability to lie dormant for tens to hundreds of years, providing insurance against the extinction of plants in the wild.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Lisa Wightwick
Efforts to reduce waste are on the rise across many industries worldwide. However, in a line of work where success and productivity hinge on using many single-use products, is it possible to reduce waste?
Do you remember seeing the vast amounts of waste produced by hygiene-related items, such as masks and gloves, during the pandemic?… Continue reading
Read MoreBy John Corban
Charles M Schwab was a master at managing and inspiring employees. Let me share his simple but powerful management approach to see how you can apply it today.
Schwab, one of the world’s most successful business leaders during the last century, ran a U.S.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Clive Larkman
When we consider herbs and their flavour profile, the range of flavours is amazingly large and varied. We can have a group of plants that is very different botanically but have basically the same flavour. Classics are lemons and the lemon flavour, and coriander and its distinctive flavour.… Continue reading
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