How to plan gardens in coastal areas
Coastal properties offer stunning views, but strong, frequent winds and excessive amounts of salt can make cultivating plants a challenge. Armed with knowledge of...
Gardening in windy areas
Constant or strong winds can pose problems for gardens, threatening the health of your plants and your enjoyment of your garden. Knowing how to...
How to overcome a boggy or wet garden
While a lack of water is the problem in many Australian gardens, excess water can lead to swampy conditions and mozzie infestations. See how...
How to plan a garden on a steep slope
Creating a garden on a steep block calls for some clever landscaping to develop useable areas, to prevent material and fertiliser run off, and...
Gardening in a dry climate
While the terrible drought of the 2000s has thankfully come to an end, Australians still garden in some of the drier places on earth....
Gardening guides for different conditions
Every garden has its challenges - some far more so than others! Many gardens have too little water; some too much. Others are steep...
Pergola regulations
A pergola can be a beautiful and functional addition to any home, offering shade, enhancing outdoor living spaces and increasing property value. But before you start designing or building one, it’s essential to understand the rules and regulations that apply in your local area.
Pergola checklist
Created and approved by the BUILD.com.au team, this pergola checklist is designed to guide you through the process step by step—whether you’re just starting...
How to clean and maintain composite decking
Wood plastic composite decking isn't the same as timber decking - and while it's likely to require far less maintenance than timber decking, it...
Energy efficient pergolas
If they're planned right, pergolas are a great way to manage how much sun hits your home - which can take a big bite...