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There is one climber which, when it flowers, seems to attract more interest than just about any other. It's commonly known as the orange trumpet creeper or Pyrostegia venusta. Common name: Orange trumpet creeper or venusta vine...
Sweet Peas in Pot Don showed how easy it is to pot up some dwarf sweet peas for an impressive result. Sweet pea seeds are traditionally sown on St. Patrick’s Day (March 17), but in cool climates they can...
This week's Plant of the Week is the white potato creeper. A member of the Solanaceae or nightshade family, it is a classic, widely used plant in Australian gardens that perhaps should be used even more. ...
Wonga-wonga VineThe Wonga-wonga vine, (Pandorea pandorana), is a fast-growing Australian native climbing plant. It can be found in eastern Australia from Queensland to Tasmania growing vigorously over tall trees. It is also a spectacular garden...
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Tibouchinas
Autumn can be a wonderfully purple patch in many warmer parts of Australia because the tibouchinas are in bloom. They come in many different sizes, so they're worth checking out. Click here for more