Garden Design, Construction and Gardening Articles
This articles section brings together clear, practical writing on garden design, landscape construction, planting, and how outdoor spaces are planned, built, and maintained over time. It is intended as a growing resource for homeowners who want to better understand their gardens, make informed decisions, and avoid costly or short lived outcomes.
The articles span a wide range of topics, from foundational garden design principles and plant selection, to construction considerations, materials, maintenance, and emerging approaches such as online garden design services. Some pieces focus on strategy and planning, others on practical detail, but all are grounded in real world garden projects and Australian conditions.
Rather than offering generic inspiration, the emphasis is on explaining how and why design decisions are made. This includes understanding climate, soil, water use, budget constraints, and how gardens evolve as they mature. The goal is to help readers connect ideas with action, whether they are building a garden themselves, working with a contractor, or using an online garden plan as a starting point.
Over time, this collection will continue to expand to reflect different garden styles, site conditions, and ways of working. Read together, the articles are intended to support thoughtful, resilient gardens that function well now and into the future.
How to Design a Garden Layout: 5 Practical Patterns That Work
Learn how to design a garden layout with confidence. Five practical patterns to plan your front, back, and side garden the right way.
How much are landscape design fees and what should you actually be paying?
Landscape design fees vary widely. Learn what drives costs, typical fee ranges, and what most Australian homeowners should expect to pay.
How to Design a Garden Plan (And When to Get Help)
Wondering how to design a garden plan? Learn what to do yourself, when projects stall, and when getting help saves time, money, and stress.
When DIY Gardening Actually Saves Money and When It Does Not
DIY gardening can save money, but not always. Learn when doing it yourself works, when it costs more, and how to balance DIY with expert help.
Are Garden Design Apps Worth It? Can You Really Design a Garden Using an App?
Can you design a garden using an app? We explain what garden design apps are good for, where they fall short, and when professional design still matters in Australia.
What’s a Realistic Landscaping Budget in Australia?
Wondering how much to budget for landscaping in Australia? Learn realistic costs, why m² rates fail, and how to plan your garden without overspending.
When a urban gardens feels overwhelming: how to design a calm green oasis
Small outdoor spaces often feel overwhelming not because they’re too small, but because too many decisions are left unresolved. With the right design choices made upfront, even the most compact courtyard can become a calm, generous urban sanctuary that works hard and feels easy to live with.