Basic guidelines to ensure that you invest the right amount of money in design and construction services to create your dream landscape and yield financial returns on your property

With climate change and the present drought, perhaps there has been more focus on plant selection and substitution. But what about the hard landscape?

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Imagine the seductive shimmer of water as it makes its way down a copper water wall, the moving water enhancing the reflective properties of the patterned metal. Or a natural stone pedestal fountain bubbling over into a pebbled filled pond. Whichever style you prefer, there is no denying the mesmerising qualities of water in motion.
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Professional landscaping of your property will increase its value and saleability, and your family will enjoy the beauty and freedom of a garden that is designed to meet their needs.

One of the world's oldest and rarest trees and Australia's newest icon is set to make a comeback in homes and gardens worldwide. The Wollemi Pine is a native conifer that dates back to the time of the dinosaurs and was previously thought extinct until its chance discovery in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney. You can now play a part in its conservation by growing your own Wollemi Pine or giving one to someone special.

The ultimate survivor, the Wollemi Pine is low maintenance, easy to grow and highly versatile. It will thrive in a diverse temperature range from -5 to 45ºC, can be grown in either full sun or shade, and enjoys a will drained, fertile site. A spectacular specimen tree, the Wollemi Pine can be planted as an avenue, grove or hedge - perhaps reaching a height of up to 20 metres in its lifetime. As it can also be maintained in a pot and pruned to remain compact, they are ideal for patios and courtyards, as well as indoors in well lit positions.

You can purchase your own Wollemi Pine at the Show from Garden Express on Stand P28.  www.gardenexpress.com.au

Wednesday 29 August is Green Thumbs day at the Show and the first 500 visitors through the door will receive a free sample of Seasol and Powerfeed fertiliser to help give your garden a Spring boost!   There will also be more great Seasol and Powerfeed packs given away during the gardening sessions on the Main Stage.

Seasol is Australia's top selling organic liquid seaweed plant food. It promotes overall plant health and growth, stimulates root development, enhances flowering and fruiting and increases plant resistance to pests such as insects and fungal diseases.  It also increases plant resistance to adverse environmental conditions such as heat, drought and frost.  www.seasol.com.au

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