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
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Screenshot of a search for trees suitable for Canning Vale, a suburb of Perth, WA (Image: Supplied by author)
By Samantha Newton
Our cities are increasingly challenged by expanding human population and climate change. Resilient urban green spaces are recognised as critical for the development and sustainability of liveable cities for the future, providing a range of ecosystem services and benefits.… Continue reading
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Creating more greenspaces in schools allows students to participate in the installation and upkeep along with having greenspaces to enjoy (Image: Evergreen Infrastructure)
By Michael Casey
Greener cities mean healthier lives for their inhabitants. If we are to prevent disease, improve mental health, and create resilient, liveable communities in Australia, we must invest in urban nature.
Australia faces a growing public health challenge: the rising burden of preventable chronic disease.… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Prue McGruther
In landscape design, our attention often falls on flowers, foliage, bark, or branch structure. Roots, especially aerial, are rarely considered for their visual appeal, yet under the right conditions, figs (Ficus spp.)… Continue reading
Read MoreBy Gabrielle Stannus
Open Gardens Victoria is celebrating its tenth anniversary this month. I spoke with Sam Cox, one of Australia’s foremost proponents of naturalistic garden design about the opening of Red Gums, one of this scheme’s official anniversary gardens. During our conversation, Sam shared the reasons why he thinks other landscape professionals should open their gardens too, and (bonus!)… 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
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Vine thickets are overlooked in the landscape, yet they provide cover and nesting opportunities for some threatened native bird species
By Patrick Regnault
I would like to start with a definition: Revegetation is the process of planting or seeding an area that has been too damaged for natural regeneration. Revegetation is important to help restore degraded land, create wildlife corridors, mitigate flood damage and reduce soil loss through erosion.… 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
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