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Create a space that calms your mind, sparks curiosity, and brings nature’s simple joys within reach. That’s the magic of a sensory garden. In this guide, we’ll explore how to create this enriching experience in pots—a flexible, accessible approach perfect for schools,...
Have you ever wanted to grow something truly different—a plant that doesn’t just sit there, but actively hunts for its dinner? Right here in Australia, we’re home to some of the world’s most fascinating carnivorous plants, and they’re absolute rippers for growing in...
Is your balcony or courtyard a place you look at, but not truly experience? You might have the comfy chair and the fairy lights, but have you considered the most powerful sense of all? The secret to transforming a compact outdoor space into a true sanctuary lies in...
In the competitive world of commercial property, first impressions are currency. A well-maintained landscape signals professionalism, care, and value. However, for facility managers, developers, and property owners, the aesthetic appeal of greenery must be balanced...
Transforming your patio, balcony, or garden into a captivating oasis starts with highlighting its star features. Potted plants and container trees are perfect candidates for landscape lighting, adding depth, drama, and a beautiful ambiance to your outdoor living...
The traditional Australian office, with its beige cubicles, fluorescent lights, and steady air-conditioning hum, isn’t the most inspiring place to be. Despite being surrounded by Australia’s incredible natural beauty, many modern workplaces still feel strangely...
Every garden, patio, and balcony has the potential for a touch of unique, natural beauty. While the world of orchids often focuses on exotic tropical varieties, we’re shining a spotlight on a hidden gem much closer to home: the stunningly diverse and surprisingly...
The ancient art of Bonsai can seem mysterious and complex, but it’s a deeply rewarding pursuit that any modern container gardener can embrace. It’s not about stunting a tree’s growth, but about artistically guiding it to create a miniature representation of nature’s...
Imagine a space in your home or commercial building that feels a little forgotten—a dim courtyard that never sees the sun, an indoor atrium shrouded by taller structures, or a windowless bathroom. The common belief is that designing with planters in these spaces are...
Brisbane living is all about embracing the outdoors. With its sunny days, balmy evenings, and true subtropical climate, your balcony, verandah, or courtyard is the perfect canvas for a lush green retreat. The secret to success to Garden Pots Brisbane? Choosing plants...
Melbourne is a city of culture, coffee, and famously changeable weather. From blazing summer sun to crisp, frosty mornings, your outdoor plants need to be resilient. But don't let that deter you! Planter Box gardening is the perfect way to add life and colour to your...
If you’ve ever returned from a long weekend to find your favourite fiddle-leaf fig looking more like a crispy piece of bacon, or if your succulents have succumbed to a well-meaning but fatal overwatering, then it’s time to talk about the game-changer in indoor...
Create truly breathtaking meals with a homegrown, edible flower pot garden. For home chefs and restaurants with limited space, container gardening is the perfect solution. It allows for a fresh, organic, and incredibly convenient supply of vibrant flavours and colours...
At Sigma Planters we focus mostly on landscape designs using large fibreglass planters. The design principles, however are the same and they can be the finishing touch that takes a design from good to unforgettable. In this article, we highlight 10 landscape designers...
Landscape architecture is the design of outdoor spaces to create functional, aesthetic, and sustainable environments. While many people travel to experience nature in mountains or forests, landscape architects bring those benefits into our everyday environments. Their...
It is evident that Australia’s architectural landscape reflects not only the country’s environmental diversity and climate challenges, but also a growing commitment to socially and environmentally conscious design. The field is shaped by both legendary figures whose...
Garden planters offer a fantastic way to bring greenery and vibrant blooms to any space, but even in these contained environments, the relentless battle against weeds persists. While seemingly less daunting than tackling a large garden bed, weeds in large planters can...
Clivia miniata, often recognized by its vibrant common names like fire lily, Natal lily, or bush lily, is a captivating perennial that brings a splash of colour to any setting. Native to the damp, shaded woodlands of Southern Africa, this remarkable plant is...
Camellias (from the genus Camellia) are widely beloved for their stunning, rose-like blooms and evergreen foliage. These elegant shrubs offer color and vibrancy in the cooler months when most gardens are dull and bare. Traditionally, camellias are grown in the ground,...
Oh Boy, Bok Choy! is one of the go-to places in Brisbane at Stafford Road QLD if your palate is looking for an authentic Southeast Asian fix. They serve great food. The glowing reviews from its patrons are a testament to this. Apart from the culinary excellence, the...
Large The Youfoodz Warehouse in Karawatha, QLD 4117 is a testament to innovative design and sustainability. One of the most striking features of the warehouse is the use of Manhattan Trough planters, which adds a touch of sophistication to the industrial space....
Hutchinson Builders have commissioned a total of 30 Florence Trough planters to help add foliage to hardscaped areas in Karalee Shopping Village in Ipswich, Queensland. Along with the steel beams, the planters helped to differentiate the pedestrian area and the...
In the Eastern suburb of Melbourne in North Balwyn, a residential project showcases the transformative impact of IOTA's Manhattan Tall Trough Planters on a modern outdoor setting. These planters, crafted from lightweight and durable fiberglass, epitomize how...
A total of 83 Milano GRC Custom Planters from IOTA were commissioned by GCB Constructions in a multi-million dollar redevelopment project at Varsity Lakes in QLD. The planters were placed in the arcades at the corner of Varsity Parade and Lake St. The area is host to...
Scott Brown retired from his landscape design career and is now pursuing other interests. But one thing is certain, his legacy and influence in the landscape design industry will not be forgotten. Despite hanging up his boots back in 2012, Scott continues to receive...
With 14 years of experience in the industry, Brent Reid is one of the most accomplished Australian landscape designers. In 2006, he started his own firm Candeo Design, after eight years of working with Semken Landscaping, and Jim Fogarty for three years. He is a...
Jim Fogarty is an award-winning garden designer from Melbourne. He has been all around the world designing gardens here and there as he strives to learn and improve on his craft. Jim is driven by passion and we all know passionate people are destined for greatness. I...
Want to have a garden, but short on space? Use containers! City dwellers with very limited space can be an intimidating prospect. But not having access to a yard full of rich soil, and abundant sunlight, doesn’t exempt you from enjoying homegrown flowers, vegetables,...
Anne Wareham and her husband has been working and designing a garden in the UK for 25 years. They are the couple behind Veddw House Garden -- now one of the most awe-inspiring gardens in the UK. I made the garden because I wanted a garden, not because I wanted to...
Gardening with herbs, which is becoming increasingly popular, is indulged in by those who like subtlety in their plants in preference to brilliance. – Helen Morgenthau Fox Medicinal Plants at Present The medicines that we see today, including the heavy antibiotics and...