Outdoors
All about habitat
Mara Ripani shares her passion – and tips – for a garden aesthetic that supports habitat through the seasons.
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Into the wild
Victorian horticulturalist and garden designer Tim Pilgrim’s new book Wild by Design is an enticing guide to a less manicured style of gardening. Mara Ripani sat down with him to chat about where his journey started and what led him to the wild side.
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Plot twists: Why experimentation belongs in every garden
Jacqui Hagen chatted to renowned plant practitioner Jac Semmler about the importance of trialling different species in the home garden, why context is key, and how we can do it all on a budget.
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Saving stormwater
You can do a lot around your house to prevent stormwater runoff, simply by opting for permeable surfaces when landscaping.
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Swimming sustainably
Australian homeowners have increasingly been turning to natural pools as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional swimming pools. Jacqui Hagen dives in.
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Sweet spot: Sustainable midrise for healthy, nature-positive communities
An alternative to both highrise living and urban sprawl, well-designed medium density is the way to go for balancing the needs of people and nature, says ecologist Sarah Bekessy.
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Gardens to go
Jacqui Hagen is a keen gardener who has transformed the gardens of numerous rental properties across Melbourne. She shares some tips and tricks for bringing your garden with you when it’s time to move.
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Pocket forests: Urban microforests gaining ground
Often no bigger than a tennis court, microforests punch above their weight for establishing cool urban microclimates, providing wildlife habitat and focusing community connection. Mara Ripani goes exploring.
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Nourished by nature: Garden design for mental health and wellbeing
There’s plenty of evidence that connection with nature is beneficial for both mind and body. We speak to the experts about designing gardens for improved mood and wellbeing, and what we can do at home to create green spaces that give back in a therapeutic way.
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Outdoors
In the line of fire: Plant list
Download a list of popular native species to accompany our Sanctuary 51 article 'In the line of fire: Garden design to reduce the threat of bushfire'.
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Ideas & Advice
Nurturing nature
There’s a lot you can do to promote biodiversity when you’re designing a new home or renovation, with clear benefits for you and your family as well as for the natural environment. Ecologist Sarah Bekessy and her colleagues explain what’s possible.
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