Planting & Growing

Planting & Growing Seven fast growing plants for privacy These 7 fast growing plants from Bunnings Warehouse will make you help decide which quick growing tree to plant around your fence line for privacy.

Planting & Growing 11 ground covers for your garden Whether you’re looking to cover a large area or simply fill some space between plants in a garden bed, there are many types of garden ground covers to consider. Some have a scent, some feature flowers and all vary in leaf colour, density and coverag...

Planting & Growing Brighten your home with these festive plants While you’re decking the halls, use pretty plants to give your garden some festive colour.

Planting & Growing Delicious recipes from your home-grown herbs Grow your own herbs for a fresh supply of tasty ingredients that will enliven your barbecue dishes.

Planting & Growing Different types of orchids Orchids are a beautiful, unique and exotic alternative to standard plants and flowers. We’ve put together a few tips on how to choose the right one for you.

Planting & Growing Discover 12 plants that are the best for indoors Striking foliage and stunning colour isn’t just reserved for the garden. There’s a wide variety of indoor plants you can use to bring colour and life to your home explains Bunnings Greenlife buyer Katrina Gatt.

Planting & Growing Five reasons to plant a mature or advanced tree Planting a mature or old tree in your garden can be a quick and easy way to create the backyard of your dreams. Here's a few good reasons why planting a mature tree might be worth considering for your garden.

Planting & Growing Gardening for kids Gardening is great for the kids—it teaches them a love of nature and the environment, where food comes from, how to care for plants and the joy of reaching a goal. Here are some ideas to get them outside and in the garden.

Planting & Growing Growing and harvesting zucchini Want to grow healthy, delicious zucchini in your own vegie patch? Find out how to plant, grow and harvest zucchini with our growing guide.

Planting & Growing Growing and planting wisteria Looking into adding wisterias to your garden collection? Read our growing guide and find out how to plant, grow, prune and propagate wisterias.

Planting & Growing Growing, pruning and caring for camellias Want to add some camellias to your collection of garden plants? Read our growing guide to find out how to plant, grow and care for your camellias.

Planting & Growing How to attract bees and butterflies Bees, butterflies and other pollinators are great to have in the garden. Unfortunately bees in some parts of the world are under threat due to climate change, parasitic mites and poor farming practices. As gardeners, we can all help!

Planting & Growing How to choose drought tolerant plants It’s easy to think planting for drought is just a matter of planting a garden full of “set and forget” New Zealand plants. But if you really want to be waterwise in your garden design, there are a number of other things to consider when choosing dro...

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Planting & Growing How to control weeds organically Weeds are the bane of any gardener’s life, they can run rampant if they aren’t taken care of quickly and can be awful to try and get under control – but there is a way to get rid of them safely and organically.

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Planting & Growing How to design a herb garden Turn your back or front yard into a beautiful, productive space by creating an edible garden that looks good and will tastes even better. For this project, we’re grouping our herbs into three pots – one for tea, one for smoothies and one for cocktai...

Planting & Growing How to grow a deciduous magnolia tree Want to grow a magnolia tree in your garden? Follow Bunnings’ how-to guide on growing a magnolia tree to help bring this luscious tree to life in your garden.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for a begonia With patterned leaves and brightly coloured flowers, a begonia will be a welcome addition to your garden, whether it is in a pot, hanging basket or garden bed.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for a bonsai tree Look after your bonsai tree, with our plant care guide. From ideal planting conditions to pests and diseases, our guide is the perfect starting place for garden enthusiasts.

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Planting & Growing How to grow and care for a fiddle leaf fig With lustrous, wide, violin-shaped leaves and prominent veins, this upright leafy tree will create a graceful backdrop of luxurious fresh foliage in your home or garden. But to keep it in the best health and appearance, there are some tips and trick...

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Planting & Growing How to grow and care for a lemon tree A beautiful landscape tree that also produces masses of incredibly delicious and useful fruit, a lemon tree can be an awesome addition to your garden.

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Planting & Growing How to grow and care for alstroemeria Fabulous flowers over many months are a key feature of this herbaceous perennial. Relatively easy to grow, alstroemeria can be grown in garden beds or containers. The flowers also last a long time when picked, for those who like to bring the colour ...

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Planting & Growing How to grow and care for a peace lily The peace lily is one of the most popular, hardiest and potentially most beautiful of the smaller indoor plants. They offer the best of both worlds: beautiful foliage year-round and gorgeous, generally pure white, flowers over a long period.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for crepe myrtle Crepe myrtle can be a beautiful addition to any garden. This guide covers all the basics and includes helpful gardening tips.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for cucumbers The cucumber is a popular ingredient in summer salads, where it adds a crisp and refreshing bite. You can grow your own very easily, and without taking up a lot of space.

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Planting & Growing How to grow and care for curly parsley Curly leaf parsley is a decorative and delicious vibrant green herb that’s perfect for pots or garden beds.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for frangipani Look after your frangipani, with our plant care guide. From ideal planting conditions to pests and diseases, our guide is the perfect starting place for garden enthusiasts.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for gardenias With a sweet fragrance and attractive flowers, you’ll love the versatile gardenia.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for iris flowers Irises are easy-to-grow perennials perfect for spring and summer. Learn how to grow and care for iris flowers with this simple guide.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for palm trees Nothing evokes a tropical island beach or desert oasis like a palm tree does. The coconut or date palms may be familiar to us all, but there is an abundance of palm trees, suitable for creating an exotic touch to our homes or gardens.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for poinsettias They’re a colourful Christmas favourite, but did you know that poinsettias normally flower in winter.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for roses Want to grow shrub or bush roses in your garden? Learn how to grow, maintain, prune and propagate rose plants.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for sage Sage is a hardy edible herb that can be incorporated into the garden as an ornamental grey foliage plant, as well as being cut for use in the kitchen as required.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for tarragon Looking for tips on how to grow tarragon? Our plant and care guide has you covered.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for Thai basil Grow your own Thai basil at home with our plant care guide.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for Vietnamese mint Tough, tasty and popular in Asian cuisine, Vietnamese mint is a versatile herb that’s easy to grow in most climates. Perfect for pots or garden beds, this naturally spreading herb is a handy ground cover, thriving in moist soils in sun or part shade...

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for wormwood Are you thinking of adding wormwood to your garden collection? Find out how to plant and grow wormwood with our planting and growing guide.

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Planting & Growing How to grow and care for indoor plants For people unable to garden outdoors, growing indoor plants allows them to indulge in a hobby that gives great pleasure.

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Planting & Growing How to grow and propagate Devil’s ivy With an abundance of trailing leafy growth doused with splashes of colour, Devil’s ivy is the perfect indoor plant. To adequately nurture this “trendy” vine and encourage prosperous foliage, simply follow these easy steps.

Planting & Growing How to grow and prune an apple tree Nothing beats the crunch and taste of a fresh apple. So why not grow your own? An apple tree can be so much more than just a fruit tree.

Planting & Growing How to grow and prune hibiscus Want to add a tropical touch to your garden with some hibiscus? Read our tips and learn how to grow, prune, propagate and care for your hibiscus.

Planting & Growing How to grow blueberries Blueberries are nature’s superfoods, packed with antioxidants and filled with flavour. These pretty bushes make a wonderful dwarf hedge or in small gardens, try growing them in pots to enjoy flowers in spring and fresh berries throughout summer.

Planting & Growing How to grow chives A close relative to onion, garlic and scallions and an excellent ingredient for many cuisines.

Planting & Growing How to grow garlic Known the world over for its culinary and traditional medicinal uses, garlic is super easy to grow at home.

Planting & Growing How to grow geraniums If you’re looking for a hardy plant with scented, beautiful flowers, then you’ll love geraniums.

Planting & Growing How to grow herbs indoors Herbs are one of the most rewarding plants to grow. But you don’t need a big garden to reap the tasty benefits. All you need is a sunny window or two and a little bit of time. Get started with these inside tips from Bunnings’ Greenlife Buyer Sharyn ...

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Planting & Growing how to grow Italian flat leaf parsley Grown for its superior flavour and culinary attributes, Italian flat leaf parsley is versatile in the kitchen and contains a powerhouse of nutrients.

Planting & Growing How to grow lilies Looking to grow some lilies? Follow our tips to plant, grow and maintain healthy lily flowers all year round.

Planting & Growing How to grow mango from seed If there’s one fruit that says “summer” it has to be the mango. It is a surprisingly easy, and potentially very rewarding, fruit tree to grow.

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Planting & Growing How to grow sanseviera (mother in laws tongue) Long lived, hardy and requiring minimal maintenance, sansevieria could be just the plant for you! Learn how to grow sansevieria trifasciata with this easy guide.

Planting & Growing How to plant and care for sunflowers Sunflowers are a great way to add colour to your garden, and they’re easy to grow and care for. Bunnings Greenlife buyer Katie explains the basics of how to grow sunflowers and shares some tips on how to care for them.

Planting & Growing How to grow tomatoes Are you yearning to grow your own tasty juicy tomatoes? It is easy to grow with some guidelines, and amazing to harvest and eat. Luckily you can grow your own tomato plants anywhere. With sufficient sunlight, water and patience tomato plants go a lo...

Planting & Growing How to move an advanced or old tree If you need to move a large established tree or plant at home, it can be tricky. Here's what you need to do to ensure the tree doesn’t experience transplant shock in the move.

Planting & Growing How to plant and care for mature trees If you don’t want to wait for seeds to grow in your garden, a fully matured tree is a great way to make an instant impact. Bunnings Greenlife Buyer Katie takes us through the steps to ensure that your mature tree thrives in its new home.

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Planting & Growing How to plant and grow a cactus Perhaps the ultimate easy-care plant, a cactus can also add a new twist to your garden, deck or balcony.

Planting & Growing How to plant and grow a cherry tree Sweet or sour, cherries are a popular summer treat around the world. Lovely and narrow, the cherry tree is suited to areas with cold winters, creating a stunning display of blossom in spring followed by the much-loved fruit.

Planting & Growing How to plant and grow aloe vera Aloe vera is a well-known succulent plant that can be grown both in the garden and as an indoor plant. It has been used for centuries for traditional herbal applications.

Planting & Growing How to plant and grow marigolds One of the best-known and most delightful, easy to grow annuals, marigold flowers add a splash of yellow, orange, maroon and copper to your summer garden.

Planting & Growing How to plant and grow strawberries Want to grow strawberries in your garden? Learn how to plant, grow, maintain, harvest and propagate strawberry plants.

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Planting & Growing How to plant a vertical garden We’ll show you how to plant shade plants, succulents and edible plants.

Planting & Growing How to plant grow and harvest basil An attractive garden plant that’s easy to grow and is an essential ingredient in a multitude of dishes. That’s basil!

Planting & Growing How to plant, grow and harvest lavender Looking into adding lavender to your plant collection? Follow our tips on how to plant, grow, harvest and plant lavender from cuttings.

Planting & Growing How to plant grow and propagate agave Agave is hardy, handsome and architecturally stunning. Easy to plant and grow, it’s also one of the lowest maintenance plants you’ll encounter. Black-thumbs will love it—it’s harder to kill than keep alive!

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for a fig tree Easy-care and adaptable, the fig tree is a great-looking landscape plant that will also thrive in large pots and bear delicious fruit.

Planting & Growing How to plant seeds Growing plants from seed is both cost effective – and fun! And the good news is, they don’t take up a lot of space, making them ideal for apartment balcony gardens or small yards. Here’s how:

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Planting & Growing How to plant spring flowering bulbs Nothing says spring like beautiful tulips in the garden. These vibrant flowers start out as bulbs, which can give your garden beds an instant burst of colour. There are plenty of other spring flowering bulbs available, including daffodils, jonquils,...

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Planting & Growing How to pot a plant Whether you’re starting from scratch or re-housing a plant that’s outgrown its old home, potting a plant is surprisingly easy. No green thumb required! Learn how.

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Planting & Growing How to prune roses Learn how easy it is to prune roses, so you get the best results in spring.

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Planting & Growing How to start a vegetable garden Nothing tastes better than home-grown vegetables. To make it easy for you, we’ll take you through some things to consider like where, what and how to plant vegetables, as well as how to feed and care for them.

Planting & Growing How to take cuttings from a plant Expand your indoor collection by taking cuttings from your favourite plants.

Planting & Growing How to test and adjust your soil pH level Knowing your soil pH level is essential to growing healthy plants in your garden. Here’s how to make sure you get it right.

Planting & Growing Must-have herbs to help you cook up a storm Turn every meal into a gourmet affair with herbs from your own pot or patch. It’s easy to get started and gives endless rewards in both kitchen and garden.

Planting & Growing Planting growing and harvesting pumpkin Who doesn’t love pumpkin soup or roasted pumpkin? Yum! You can easily grow your own pumpkin to provide a steady supply of this key ingredient. And because pumpkins store well, you can have months of supply on hand.

Planting & Growing Planting, growing and pruning grevilleas Looking to grow spider flowers in your garden? Find out how to plant, grow, maintain and prune your grevilleas.

Planting & Growing Planting, growing and pruning kangaroo paws Are you looking to add kangaroo paws to your garden collection? Read our growing guide and find out how to plant, grow, maintain and prune kangaroo paws.

Planting & Growing Planting, growing and pruning pittosporums Want to add pittosporum to your garden collection, or build a hedge of pittosporums? Find out how to plant and prune your pittosporums with our growing guide.

Planting & Growing Prepare your vegie patch for a productive spring Supercharge summer’s bounty by taking the time to enrich your vegetable beds before the growing season.

Planting & Growing Protect your garden from snails slugs and leaf eaters Garden weeds and pests are a problem for every gardener. Learn how to control them without needing to spray lots of herbicides and pesticides with Bunnings.

Planting & Growing Protect your garden with companion planting Companion planting is growing certain types of plants together so that they help each other to grow better. They can keep pests or insects away, improve a plant's growth, attract insects that help with pollination and fix nitrogen in the soil.

Planting & Growing Pruning tips for your garden Winter is prime pruning season for many plants. A good trim keeps them healthy and promotes growth – and can even help increase your stock of plants.

Planting & Growing Shade-loving plants for your garden Are you struggling to find the right plants to fill the shaded area in your backyard? Most plants need around four hours of sun every day on their leaves in order to be healthy. Luckily, we have found the top eight plants that are shade lovers.

Planting & Growing What to do in the garden in winter It’s important to pay attention to your garden during the winter months as many plants need a little extra protection and care. Here's how to help your garden survive and thrive in the cold.

Planting & Growing What to plant in spring Say goodbye to cold winter days and hello to the sun and warmth of spring. Now is the perfect time to get in the garden and start planting. But what to plant? Our spring planting guide has the answers.

Planting & Growing Which tomato should I plant? Growing fresh tomatoes is easy to do in any size garden. Find out which types of tomatoes you can plant and how to grow them with these tips from Bunnings.

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Planting & Growing How to build a garden bed Transform your outdoor area by learning how to build a garden bed. It’s easy to do, just follow our step-by-step guide.

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Planting & Growing How to build a raised garden bed Building a raised garden bed is a simple project you can do yourself. Learn how to build a raised garden bed with this guide from Bunnings Warehouse.

Planting & Growing How to grow a desert rose Thinking about adding desert roses to your garden? Find out how to plant, grow, prune and care for your desert rose.

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Planting & Growing How to create a cottage garden A cottage garden full of flowers and colour brightens every home. This video will help you build one that suits your tastes and needs.

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Planting & Growing How to grow vegetables Watch our step-by-step guide and find out everything you need to know about how to grow fresh vegetables in your garden.

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Planting & Growing How to build a raised garden bed with sleepers Check out our simple, step-by-step guide on how to build a raised bed garden from sleepers.

Planting & Growing How to grow marjoram Related to oregano, but with a milder, sweeter flavour, marjoram is an essential kitchen herb and the home gourmet’s best friend.

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Planting & Growing How to improve sandy soil Good soil is the foundation for any healthy garden. We can show you how to improve sandy soil to retain more nutrients and water.

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Planting & Growing How to install garden edging Garden edging can help to make your garden beds look neat and tidy. We’ll show you how to install plastic or corrugated garden edging around your garden.

Planting & Growing How to grow ginger Want to grow ginger at home, either for its flowers or roots? Find out how to plant, grow and harvest ginger.

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Planting & Growing How to install garden edging around a tree This guide shows you how to install garden edging around a tree. It’s an easy DIY project that will keep grass away from the tree and help it to grow.

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Planting & Growing How to install weed matting You can help control the weeds in your garden beds by laying down some weed matting. We’ll show you how to make the most of your weed matting using mulch.

Planting & Growing Growing, pruning and caring for magnolia trees Magnolias are the perfect summer garden flower. Learn how to grow and care for magnolia trees with this simple guide.

Planting & Growing How to grow, prune and propagate cordylines Flowers come and go, but foliage? It’s there year-round, adding oodles of appeal to your garden. For maximum foliage impact, look no further than the cordyline.

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Planting & Growing How to plant a hedge There are many different varieties of hedging plants to give your garden some extra dimension or added privacy. We’ll show you how to plant a hedge that is perfect for your garden.

Planting & Growing How to plant and grow a venus flytrap Thinking about adding Venus Flytraps to your collection of indoor plants? Find out how to plant, grow and care for your Venus Flytraps.

Planting & Growing How to plant and grow chrysanthemum Looking to grow chrysanthemums in your garden or indoors? Find out how to grow and care for your chrysanthemums.

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Planting & Growing How to plant fruit trees There’s nothing better than eating fruit from your own tree. This video will show you how to plant a citrus tree.

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Planting & Growing How to propagate plants You’d be surprised how easy it is to propagate plants from clippings. We’ll show you how in a few quick steps.

Planting & Growing How to plant, grow and propagate cyclamen Looking for some vibrant winter and spring colour that can bring your home and garden to life? Then check out the easy-care cyclamens.

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Planting & Growing How to protect crops from birds The quickest way to protect your fruit trees and vegie patch is by throwing bird netting over the top. We’ll show how to protect your crops with bird netting.

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Planting & Growing How to prune trees Knowing how to prune your trees properly can help to shape them and promote healthy growth. We’ll show you the basics to make pruning a tree easier.

Planting & Growing Planting growing and pruning raspberries Want to grow sweet and tangy raspberries in your garden? Find out how to plant, grow, prune and harvest raspberries with this comprehensive guide.

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Planting & Growing How to stake your plants Staking plants helps provide support and protection against windy conditions and props them up if they’re too heavy.

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Planting & Growing How to trim hedges Hedges are an excellent way to add shape to your garden. Here are a couple of tips to effectively trim and maintain a hedge.

Planting & Growing How to grow and care for an avocado tree Look after your avocado tree, with our plant care guide. From ideal planting conditions to pests and diseases, our guide is the perfect starting place for garden enthusiasts.

Planting & Growing Seven autumn gardening tips Autumn is a good time to get into the garden. Your soil will still contain a fair bit of warmth from summer before the winter rain hits, so it’s a great time to get planting. And you’ll also enjoy doing some D.I.Y. without the summer heat.

Planting & Growing Flowering bulbs to plant in autumn If you want to be greeted by an explosion of colour and fragrance this spring, you need to get in your garden and start planting your bulbs in autumn.

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Planting & Growing How to build a greenhouse A greenhouse gives your plants every chance to thrive while protecting them from harsh weather.

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Planting & Growing Growing and propagating a philodendron plant A philodendron plant can be a great addition to any tropical garden. With our tips, you’ll be growing and propagating philodendron varieties before you know it.

Planting & Growing How to create an allergy-friendly garden If you suffer from hay fever or other allergies, then being out in the garden can, at times, be less than enjoyable. But there are some steps you can take to create an allergy-friendly garden so you can spend more time gardening and less time sneezi...

Planting & Growing How to grow beetroot Garden fresh beetroot has more flavour and is packed with healthy nutrients. Find out how easy it is to grow your own beetroot at home.

Planting & Growing How to grow kale Whether you’re going to steam, sauté, boil, add it to soups, vegetable or meat dishes or blend it into a healthy drink, kale is super easy to grow in your garden.

Planting & Growing How to make a worm farm A worm farm can turn your organic waste into rich fertiliser to feed your garden. It’s also a fun and rewarding way to get the kids actively involved in the environment.