Ivy-covered walls lead to romance and whimsy in this garden
A planting palette filled with seasonal delights led to a garden with an ever-changing and ever-evolving colour scheme.
The best flowering plants for a colourful winter garden
Don't wait until spring.
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Explore the untamed charm of this Tim Pilgrim-designed garden in Victoria
A wild, wintery landscape surrounds this modern, sustainably built retreat.
14 Australian cottage gardens that could be out of a storybook
Let's escape to the country.
29 incredible garden design ideas
Your ultimate catalogue of outdoor inspiration.
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11 eye-catching front fence designs that make a stellar first impression
Protect, define and beautify.
How to stylishly bring nature into your space, according to Melissa Penfold
Take a leaf out of Melissa Penfold’s new book, Natural Living by Design, and surround yourself with the power of nature.
An inner city garden makeover that finds room for a swimming pool
It took nearly 20 years for this garden
to receive the transformation the owners dreamt of and the results were worth it.
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5 things to know before buying a fire pit
Plus, the best outdoor firepits to add to your backyard this season.
I found the perfect outdoor dining set for my small garden
It passes the compact backyard test.
Your ultimate guide to the best outdoor heaters in Australia
Cosy all year round.
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How this garden designer created an Australian version of an English cottage garden
Garden designer Ashley James has created a romantic plot that looks plucked from the pages of a Beatrix Potter story.
Seven gorgeous ideas for weekend outdoor entertaining
Set a beautiful table for dining alfresco.
An English-style cottage garden in rural Australia
Ever wondered if it's possible to grow a cottage garden in Australia? This brimming landscape in rural NSW is proof that you can.
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An expert’s guide to vertical gardens
The best advice for creating a wonderwall of your own.
Seaside sophistication: This breathtaking Mount Martha home is for sale
A sisterly collaboration creates a welcoming family retreat.
Garden design series part two: how to create a layout plan and mood board
In the second instalment of our design
series, Ashley explains how to draw up
a layout plan and create a mood board.
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The gardener’s log: what to do in your garden this summer
Summer delivers an abundance of blooms, but there’s still plenty on our expert’s garden to-do list.
Homeowners are getting paid to rent out their pools – would you?
Genius or just awkard?
7 lighting ideas for creating cosy ambience outdoors
Cast outdoor zones in the best possible light.
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Fun in the sun: outdoor furniture trends to try and buy in 2025
Go all out and embrace summer with advice from the experts
on outdoor furniture trends and the best pieces to shop.
The Sydney Botanic Gardens’ corpse flower is blooming and we’re obsessed
It's the wholesome event we all needed.
Beyond white: The exterior paint colours that are trending in 2025
Your guide to the trendy yet timeless exterior paint colours for a facade with serious street appeal in 2025 and beyond.
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Indoor outdoor flow: 5 ways to connect your entertaining areas
Whether you’re big on entertaining or want the feeling of more space, designing indoor outdoor zones can make a big impact.
5 ways to protect your home from storm damage
We talk to an expert on the pinch points and how to prepare your home against extreme weather.
18 sensational backyard swimming pools
Dive into paradise.
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Garden design series: A step-by-step guide to planning your dream garden
The New Year is all about fresh starts, so
turn over a new leaf and start planning
your dream garden – here’s how.
5 plants that are (almost) impossible to kill
Charlie Albone shares his top tips for plants that are hard to kill.
7 signs your courtyard could really use some love
Is a cruddy outdoor area cramping your style?
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Patio playground: Country Road collaborates with iconic Aussie furniture designer
A new outdoor furniture collab has dropped, just in time for Summer.
Deck out your patio (and stay sun-safe) with these sturdy patio umbrellas
A summer must-have.
Edwina Bartholomew and Neil Varcoe’s life-changing country property
Sunrise presenter Edwina Bartholomew and writer Neil Varcoe’s once-bare country garden is now a lush oasis (and you can stay here, too!)
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These relaxing sun loungers will elevate your outdoor space
We’ll be here all day (and night).
Zanzibar gems are one of the easiest indoor plants to grow
Glossy, green and hardy – even the blackest thumb can keep this plant alive!
Farmhouse charm: A clever outdoor kitchen renovation for under $10k!
Embrace alfresco cooking and summer dining as our experts reveal how to create an outdoor kitchen for under $10k.
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Effortless summer entertaining: how this creative couple hosts with heart
Personal touches, a unique aesthetic and a love of collaboration brings warmth to every gathering.
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8 Christmas plants that will bring the festive season into your garden
Skip the fake decorations and bring the natural colours of Christmas into your garden with these beautiful outdoor plants.
How to get your outdoor space ready for the festive season
Australia's festive season calls for outdoor entertaining.
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7 items we’re shopping from Freedom’s 2024 outdoor furniture collection
Inspired by 'The Block's' backyard and pool reveals.
Ladies, here is my review of the Ryobi 18V ONE+ garden blower
Why Baby’s first power tool does the opposite of suck.
5 outdoor plants that don’t need a lot of water
Top tips from landscape designer Phillip Withers.
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Award-winning landscape architecture: a garden for all ages
This award-winning garden inspires a love of gardening and beckons explorers young and old.
These extendable outdoor dining tables are made for any party size
Plus-ones, welcome.
These waterproof picnic rugs will be your most-reached-for item this summer
Summer picnics are back on the calendar.
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How to grow your own herb garden
It’s easy – and affordable – to grow your own produce.
Australian native plants are the secret to this sustainable garden
This garden perfectly balances all the clever design of sustainability and Australian native plantings with serious style.
A fairytale garden nestled in the suburbs of Melbourne
This garden makeover saw a new cubby
house created with romantic plantings
to complement its pretty palette.
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Outdoor ideas for patios needing a spring spruce up
Create the perfect outdoor room.
20 things your landscaper won’t tell you
Looking to save money in your garden? Try these insider tips from landscapers.
Spring soiree: Styling tips to elevate your home
Create beautiful spaces for family connection and entertaining friends with these simple spring styling tips.
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Review: Gozney Arc pizza oven – my new obsession
From dough to delicious: we'll never order out again.
What to do in your garden this spring
Welcome the embrace of spring’s warmth.
4 small garden ideas so your outdoor space packs a punch
Take your alfresco area from poky to perfection.
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These outdoor fireplace ideas will keep you cosy all winter long
Enjoy your outdoor area all year round with these cosy outdoor fireplace ideas.
Bring out the secateurs – here’s our tree-pruning guide for spring
Give your plants one last winter trim.
A modernist home with a delightful seasonal wildflower garden
Wildflower meadows and water features complement this charming property.
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What to do in your garden this winter
It's never too early to prepare for spring.
How to give your plants just the right amount of water
Create a healthy garden without wasting water.
5 inspiring magnolia tree ideas for your front garden
Front garden a little lacklustre? A magnolia is the statement tree you need.
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6 of the best waterproof & water-resistant outdoor rugs that will actually last
For the outdoor entertaining, no matter the season.
A complete guide to growing poppies from seed
Add colour and movement to the garden.
A beginner’s guide to growing stunning succulents
These easy-care plants thrive on neglect.
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How to design a chic green and white garden
Embrace the sophistication of white against a lush green backdrop.
How to grow tulips and bring their “effortlessly chic” style indoors
A stunning bloom that gives heart and soul to the home and garden.
The secret to growing rosemary from cuttings
A step-by-step guide.
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This whimsical country garden in Victoria is a blooming beauty
An ever-changing palette of flowers and foliage invites one to dive deeper into this cottage garden.
5 horticulturalist tips to revive your lawn in autumn
Take your lawn from lacklustre to lush.
5 rewarding gardening projects to tackle in autumn
Time spent in the garden now will pay dividends in winter.
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8 gorgeous outdoor coffee tables to top off your summer style
Transform your outdoor space with the perfect addition.
Why you should consider laying crazy paving in your garden
More than a trend, it brings texture and interest to outdoor spaces.
10 beautiful pool landscaping ideas that radiate resort vibes
Pool landscape design is just as important as your home’s interiors. Here’s how to create a dreamy pool area.
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Sit pretty with 11 of our favourite outdoor chairs
Clear your deck for some gorgeous new outdoor furniture!
Saved from the tide, this renovated boathouse is a backyard beauty
An idyllic waterfront position makes this boathouse the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining.
9 of the best barbecues to level up your outdoor entertaining area
Our expert line-up of the ultimate alfresco cooking appliances.
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Everything you need to know when planning an outdoor kitchen
A sunny, breezy outdoor kitchen where you can cook, gather and relax is the dream. Here's what you should include in it.
How to declutter your garden in 5 easy steps
Because mess isn’t limited to the indoors
8 invigorating outdoor shower ideas
The ultimate outdoor accessory.
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Paul Bangay’s formidable former Macedon Ranges property has been sold for $8 million
More than doubling its value since it last went under the hammer.
6 easy entertaining ideas for summer
Make the most of the warmer months with alfresco dining in the sunshine.
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Achieve peak alfresco living with these luxe outdoor lounge furniture sets
Perfect for the frequent host, family BBQs, and more.
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Alfresco ideas for a space you’ll want to relax and entertain in
Everything you need to know to create the ultimate alfresco oasis to be enjoyed all year round.
How to grow a glorious magnolia tree
Nothing rivals the elegance, sophistication and spectacle of these stunning blooms.
How to paint terracotta pots
Style-savvy homewares queen Tara Dennis reveals how to turn plain pots into pretty planters
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The bush meets the sea in this charming country garden
The luxury of time allowed this sprawling garden to become practically perfect.
A South African vineyard’s classic country garden
An overgrown garden found a new lease on life with a formal layout of ‘garden rooms’ that maximise views of the vineyards beyond.
How to look after your backyard this summer
With warmer than average temperatures predicted across the country, here's how to preserve and protect your precious garden when it's hot.
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5 reasons Leah and Ash deserved to win front yard week on The Block
It was neck and neck this week.
What to do in your garden in November
This month, we meet our new columnist who talks us through what’s on the to-do list in the backyard.
5 climbing plants for your pergola
Add shade and stunning colour to your garden.
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7 old-fashioned flowering plants you need in your garden
Granny was right – these are gorgeous!
How to turn dead leaves into mulch for your garden
Fallen leaves turned formidable fertiliser.
A tropical garden in Sydney’s east complete with ocean views
A concrete jungle has been transformed into a tropical haven with endless plants, an outdoor kitchen and breathtaking ocean vistas.
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How to make your front entrance look more expensive than it is
Clever hacks to maximise your home's kerb appeal.
5 backyard design trends from The Block that are really growing on us
Huggable trees welcome here.
A stunning, mountain high garden oasis
Secluded walkways and secret spaces define this gorgeous garden.
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This Southern Highlands country garden enjoys year-round beauty
Take a tour of this English-style country garden bursting with blooms.
10 outdoor entertainment area trends to try in 2023
Manifesting a sunny summer.
10 imaginative ideas that will revamp a small balcony
Even the smallest space can bring you summer joy.
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A Federation home’s low-maintenance front garden transformation
A tranquil outdoor haven that brims with colour and romance.
9 of the best outdoor furniture buys from Kmart
Give your outdoor entertaining area an instant makeover.
