“When the world wearies and society fails to satisfy, there is always the garden.” —Minnie Aumonier
Notes, thoughts and tips about making a garden all your own.
How To: Cutting and Caring for Flowers
Cutting and caring for flowers correctly ensures that the hard work of your garden gets its best reception. Here are our favorite steps to floral beauty and longevity — in the vase!
CARING FOR CUT FLOWERS
Flower care tips for longer lasting flower bouquets. From Garden to Bouquet: Harvesting joy from the Garden.
FLOWER ARRANGING TIPS
Flower arranging tips for lovely garden style arrangements. from Garden to Bouquet: Harvesting joy from the garden.
Unlock a Beautiful and Productive Garden with This One Hot Tip
Struggling to balance a cut flower garden with a functional family space? Discover how to create a vibrant home garden that caters to both your floral design passion and everyday life. With insights on planning color palettes and arranging flowers, you can cultivate a space that delights both the eye and the heart.
ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR DESIGNING A DRY GARDEN
Discover the best drought-tolerant flowers for designing a beautiful dry garden in Whanganui. From lavender and coneflowers to blanket flowers and sedum, learn how to select and incorporate resilient blooms into your garden. Plus, find out how our Garden Design Consultation service can help you create the perfect dry garden tailored to your needs.
150th Jubilee Floral Installation
A floral installation to set the tone for a 150th party.
4 ‘Behavioural Design’ Keywords to remember in your Garden Designs.
Quick and easy behavioural design for incorporating nature habits in your design work.
‘Life’s Not linear’ Rural Reno
Life’s not linear, and neither is this garden renovation! Design and plan to morph and change over time, along with its occupants.
Relaxed-luxe Garden Moodboard
Boho-luxe-relaxed Byron Bay meets Manawatu inspired garden mood board design