Practical plant and tree guides for Australian homes and gardens — covering native plants, screening and hedges, soil preparation and everyday care. This section is growing, so check back as we add more practical guides.
Brown crispy tips are the most misdiagnosed Devil’s Ivy problem in the country, because they look like thirst — and the reflex is to water more. Sometimes that is right. Often it makes things ...
Devil’s Ivy is not a magnet for pests, which is part of why we all recommend it. But when something does turn up, it is almost always one of three culprits — and each one is telling you ...
“Low-light tolerant” is the most misread phrase in the houseplant world. Devil’s Ivy survives low light. It does not thrive in it. That difference explains almost every sad, ...
Almost every Devil’s Ivy that dies in Australia dies of kindness. Not neglect — kindness. People water it on a schedule, the mix never dries out, the roots suffocate, and the leaves go yellow. ...
Devil’s Ivy is the plant we all recommend to beginners — nearly unkillable, thrives on neglect, roots from a scrap of stem in a glass of water. Those exact qualities are also why it is a ...
Water or Soil?For most Australian indoor gardeners, water propagation is the easiest and most successful starting point. It allows you to visually monitor root health and easily spot rot before ...
🚨If your pet has just eaten Devil’s Ivy: ring the Animal Poisons Helpline on 1300 869 738 (free, 24/7, Australia-wide) or your vet straight away.Do not induce vomiting, and do not force water, ...
If your Devil's Ivy vines trail long and bare, training them to climb is the key to fuller growth and bigger, healthier leaves.Ever wonder why your Devil's Ivy has small leaves, while Pinterest ...
There is nothing quite as frustrating as watching your lush, beautiful indoor vine slowly turn into a long, bald string. From dry Melbourne apartments running reverse-cycle heating all winter, to ...
Stop thinking you need a massive backyard to grow a stunning native garden. Your bare balcony or concrete patio is actually prime real estate! for your Grevillea vibrant Canberra Gem foliage.Can ...
Don't panic—but act fast. That yellowing or wilting isn't just a cosmetic issue; it’s a distress signal. Your Canberra Gem is telling you exactly what’s wrong, do not ignor Grevillea Canberra Gem ...
You cannot relax in an exposed backyard. Whether blocking street noise, hiding an ugly wall, or shutting down a nosy neighbour's sightline, getting your privacy back is the priority. You need a ...
