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Indian Runner Duck

...is home in Dumfries, Scotland, where the ducks were distributed across the border into Cumberland. It is understood that fawns were first exhibited in 1876, while fawn and whites were shown in 1896. The Indian Runner Duck Club standard for fawn and whites was accepted in 1913. They are not a common breed in Australia. Health and lifespan Worms are the most common health problem with these ducks. It is recommended that any new ducks be wormed immed... read more

St. Bernard

...companion and guard dogs for Swiss monks who maintained hospices near the border of Switzerland and Italy. The breed is actually named after Saint Bernard, a Swiss monk who supposedly built one of these hospices in the 10th century. Over time, this dog was found to demonstrate skills at saving lives and rescuing people lost in the snow. To this day, St Bernards are used as official rescue dogs by many countries. Appearance The St Bernard is a big... read more

Daphne ‘Star White’

...ariety with pink and white flowers, there is also one with a creamy yellow border to the leaf (‘Aureo-marginata’) and a pure white flowering form (‘Alba’). Daphnes have a reputation for being very touchy plants. They often drop dead suddenly but if the right growing conditions are provided, they will last a long time and develop into large shrubs. Tip: Daphnes grow well in large containers in potting mix and are quite reliable. They become touchy... read more

Small Courtyard

...d spark. The flagstone paving is a beige colour with a terracotta coloured border. These two colours are repeated throughout the whole courtyard. The capping on the raised garden beds, the timber for the pergola and even the top of the dog kennel are all painted a terracotta shade to match the paving. A pokey but sunny side passage only 1-1.5m (3-5′) wide has been transformed into a mini apple orchard! A row of Ballerina® apple trees has been unde... read more

Agave

Agave plants
...and a well-drained, sandy soil. In gardens they are often grown as accent, border or rockery plants. (Tip: keep species with sharp spines away from paths.) Many of the smaller agaves make excellent pot plants. If growing in a pot, use a free-draining soil mix suitable for succulents. Water established plants in summer when they are actively growing. (Note: Agaves have a tendency to become weeds in NSW and Victoria. Check with your local council be... read more

Chinese Lanterns

...appreciate some light shade. Best look: cottage garden shade garden shrub border where dense screening is not required tub Good points: arching, delicate and graceful handsome foliage, and some forms like ‘Souvenir de Bonn’are variegated long flowering season Downside: can become untidy and leggy like hibiscus, abutilons are members of the Malvaceae family, and are also subject to attack by Hibiscus beetle and Metallic flea beetle. These pests ma... read more

Terrible to Tuscany Makeover

...itable for any part of Australia. Step 3: Underplant the lemon tree with a border of parsley and an assortment of culinary herbs including Burke’s Backyard chilli, thyme, mints and oregano. Total cost of herbs: $70. Step 4: Mulch with composted pinebark Swimming pool Step 1: Drain the pool and install a new filtration system. The filter was relocated out of site behind the garage. Step 2: Reline the pool with a pebble-crete finish and finish the p... read more

Fuchsias

...y , Checkerboard, Display Trailers: Suitable for basket/ pot/ front of the border : Swingtime, Aunty Jinks, Cascade Availability and prices Fuchsias can be hard to get from retail nurseries but can be purchased via Mail Order from Brenlissa Fuchsias, 47 Wicklow Drive, Invermay. Vic. 3350 – Ph 0438 3935 78 222.nurseriesonline.com.au/brenlissa For further information Information re fuchsias can be found via: Fuchsia Club of NSW (www.fuchsiaclubnsw.c... read more

Native Iris

...pread species which occurs mainly in coastal and near-coastal areas. Uses: Border plants in a cottage garden Add colour to rockeries Amongst dwarf shrubs in a native garden Mass planting in drifts Likes: Semi-shade to full sun Care: Mulch well, don’t let roots dry out Availability Look for native irises at your local native plant nursery. Cost about $6.95 for 15cm (6″) pots. They are available from Kuranga Native Nursery, 393 Maroondah Highway, Ri... read more

Succulents

...y a slow release fertiliser in spring). In gardens they are often grown as border or rockery plants. Most species come from the warmer parts of the world, but succulents such as sedums and sempervivums do well in cold climates. In humid areas or after prolonged rain, succulents may develop fungal diseases and leaf spots. Succulents can also be grown in pots. Large succulents (such as agaves or bromeliads) grow well as single plants in a large pot... read more

Bronte House

...ago and Leo told viewers of his ideas behind the change. Colour and cacti Borders have expanded and plants have grown, but one of the most noticeable changes to occur in the garden is the implementation of stronger structure and stronger colour themes. Leo explained that the light in Australia is so intense that paler colours become wishy-washy. “My idea of colour is to just go for it…so I’ve looked for a bit of drama” he explains. Canna lilies (... read more

Dwarf Murraya

...’ only grows about 1m (3′) tall, and so it makes an excellent low hedge or border. Weed problem? We recently received a letter saying that murraya is becoming a weed in some areas of northern Australia. We found this surprising, as murraya is an Australian native plant and it does not usually set much seed. However, we discovered that some nursery propagators are growing murrayas from seed, and these seed grown plants do have significant weed pote... read more