Step into the enchanting world of this small, but productive cottage style garden that features small garden design ideas a plenty! Breanna's garden in the outer south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne is only 3 years old and although it is TINY it's a wonderful example of how creative you can be when gardening in Australia, even on a very small block. If you're stuck on how to landscape your small space then Breanna's small garden landscaping ideas are for you - let me know which is your favourite tip or trick in the comments below. If you've got a courtyard garden, balcony garden, small backyard ..read more

In this video I'm using WaterUps unique recycled plastic cells to convert an upcycled apple crate into a self-watering or DIY wicking bed for my vegetable garden. This DIY wicking bed system is so simple to put together for ANY size container or planter. In your own vegetable garden you could use a corrugated garden bed frame, a food grade IBC or even build your own timber garden bed - then to convert it into a DIY self watering / wicking bed you just need these WaterUps cells . USE THE CODE - BTDT5 - to save 5% off the full range off WaterUps products on their online shop - https://www.wateru ..read more

Step into a low-maintenance family haven in Anglesea, Victoria, where relaxation meets coastal charm. This thoughtfully designed garden, crafted by Ocean Road Landscaping in 2018, seamlessly blends practicality and aesthetics. A crushed rock driveway, bordered by clumping grasses and shrubs in muted greens, greys, and silvers, captures the essence of the surrounding coastal dune environment and the laidback lifestyle of gardening in Australia.   This garden is the answer to the need for a casual and easy going garden space that's low maintenance & perfect for a large family gathe ..read more

In the heart of Melbourne's bustling northern suburbs, Ting and Hannes have masterfully transformed their garden into a flourishing haven within just two years with pure DIY power. Join me, as we step behind the garden gate to explore this epic suburban garden paradise, now teeming with vibrant vegetables, fruit trees, and a tapestry of perennial plants.    This suburban garden is the perfect example of the power of DIY gardening in Australia and who knows perhaps this garden has the answer you need for some do it yourself garden design at your place!  Look at what the ..read more

Join me for a garden tour of DIY gardener & plant lover, Steven Wells' small garden. His DIY small garden design ideas are incredible and they'll leave you so inspired on what you can achieve in small backyard! This great garden design celebrates small spaces, the importance of gardening as a form of restoration and the shear joy of gardening in Australia. Stepping behind the garden gate of this small garden, you'll find yourself in a botanical haven that transcends the ordinary.   This great garden design celebrates small spaces, the importance of gardening as a form of restoration ..read more

Step into this family friendly, front yard designed for foodies and the joy of outdoor entertaining & gardening in Australia! Join me as we venture behind the garden gate to explore a beautiful family-friendly garden bursting with great garden ideas, innovative landscaping concepts, and practical how-to tips.   This is 100% a garden designed for family gatherings and outdoor dining. From a stunning pergola to a cozy fire pit, this garden is a true paradise for those who love to host and enjoy outdoor gatherings. This garden was designed and built by Liam Riley and the team from ..read more

Welcome to Wingspread Garden, a stunning example of what passion, dedication, and a bit of DIY magic can achieve in garden design. Join me as we explore this elegant garden oasis nestled in Toolangi, Victoria - Australia. The owners, Keith and Andrew, designed, built, and created this magnificent garden over the past 14 years, transforming a once-empty space into a breathtaking landscape. Even if you don't have acres to spare, their story is sure to inspire your own DIY gardening endeavours.   As we journey down the 150-metre driveway lined with beautiful Japanese maples, we enter a real ..read more

Explore Sunnymeade, a stunning coastal family garden in Australia with a rich history of creativity and evolution over 15 years. In this garden tour, we'll take you behind the garden gate to discover the beautiful landscape and design that Peter Shaw and his wife Simone have crafted. The garden is nestled among giant Stringybark trees, which have stood tall for over a century and are a distinctive feature of this property. The couple fell in love with these gnarly trees, inspiring them to build their house and create this magnificent garden. Located in the coastal town of Angles in Victoria, S ..read more

How to improve a garden with poor drainage ? Before this garden makeover - the front yard of this home in Preston, VIC was a boggy mess every time it rained. The front garden before was just lawn that become completely waterlogged with heavy rain events and in really wet weather the water would run under the house and pool in the backyard as well.     To solve the waterlogging and boggy soil owners called on Emmaline Bowman from STEM Landscape Architecture and Design - Emmaline has extensive knowledge of water management on properties and she was able to design a garden that uses swa ..read more

WOW - This large garden feels like your own private park land! The acreage property includes a renovated dam (filled with water plants), rolling green lawn beneath towering gums, a cozy firepit space and lots of Australian native plants. Even if you don't have a large space to work with this garden is full of ideas and inspiration. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UYtrMaWsmu0" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></ifram ..read more