As climates change, landscapers need to consider which plants best suit the climate and environment in their clients’ gardens. In this...

Planting for the seasons will create a garden with year-round interest and beauty – and autumn is a great season to enjoy a blaze of...

Rhododendrons are a truly versatile and low-maintenance plant, suitable for a wide range of environments. In this article, Rebecca Hughes...

In last issue of NZ Landscaper, Jon Muller shared what he’s learned about design work from his 26 years in business. Now, he shares how...

Azaleas are easy care plants requiring little maintenance, which offer a magnificent splash of colour in winter and spring gardens....

Many new-build and land packages focus on maximising build space, while reducing planting space, which can result in small, impersonal...

Our growing urban population increasingly lives on sections that are radically shrinking in size. Green space is often lost at the...

Landscapers are coming under increased pressure to consider the environmental implications of their work – whether that’s from regulation...

New Zealand’s hilly landscape can present both challenges and opportunities for landscapers. In this article, expert Jon Muller discusses...

Wildfires can be a major threat during hotter, drier months, but with smarter planting, you can help reduce the risk to your client’s...

Putting the right plant in the right site is vitally important for hot and dry areas. In this article, Rebecca Hughes from Blue Mountain...

Recently, while I was at my local outdoor pool, I couldn’t help noticing that the whole 40 or so minutes I was swimming, the attendant...

A classic white garden is perfect if your clients want you to create solace in the space. Horticulture expert Rebecca Hughes details...

If you live in New Zealand, the chances are you’ll need to manage a garden influenced by coastal conditions. In this article,...

The tropical look is appealing to many, but how can landscapers strike a balance between giving clients what they want and making...

With spring upon us, landscapers around the country will be dealing with the effects of wet weather – but how many know how to properly...

As we have moved away from the quarter-acre section to high-density townhouses and apartments, landscapers have had to learn new skills...

New Zealand’s hilly landscape can present both challenges and opportunities for landscapers. In this article, expert Jon Muller discusses...

In real estate, the saying goes “location, location, location”, which suggests that where your house is located will give you the best...

Successful planting depends on more than just choosing the right flower or shrub. In this article, the Blue Mountain Nurseries experts...