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Floating bowl water feature: How we did it
At Ian Barker Gardens, our mission is to create beautiful, functional and timeless gardens. Our Balwyn project, designed and constructed 11-years ago, is a true testament to this. Ever since [...]
Seed & Sprout: Indoor compost bin
If you've been thinking about composting at home, then the Seed & Sprout compost bin is a must! This bin has been designed to collect your food scraps, neutralise odours [...]
How to create an edible garden
An edible garden is a garden that includes vegetables, fruits, herbs, seeds and flowers – essentially anything that you can eat! If you've always dreamed of creating an edible garden [...]
Jacaranda mimosifolia
Jacaranda mimosifolia are incredible feature trees best recognised for the breathtaking purple flowers they produce in summer. The bell-shaped purple flowers cover the canopy, creating a sea of colour, making [...]
Hosta ‘Halcyon’ – Plantain Lilies
If you’re on the hunt for the perfect shade plant, then Hosta ‘Halcyon’ is for you! Also known as plantain lilies, this lush perennial produces stunning foliage in various colours, [...]
Mornington Peninsula – Garden Design and Construction Project
If you live in Victoria, you would no doubt appreciate just how beautiful the Mornington Peninsula region is. If you’re not a local or have never travelled to the area, [...]
Corymbia citriodora ‘scentuous’ – Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum
Corymbia citriodora ‘scentuous’, also known as Dwarf Lemon Scented Gum, is an Australian native tree commonly found in coastal areas. This tree is best known for its attractive smelling foliage, [...]
A guide to composting (and why you should do it)
Even if you're relatively new to gardening, you've more than likely heard of 'composting'. Composting has several benefits to keeping your garden healthy - but what exactly is it, and [...]
5 letterboxes we love (and where to buy them)
In the market for a new letterbox but unsure of where to look? Well, we’ve got your back! We know it can be tricky to find a modern letterbox to [...]
Alyxia buxifolia – Sea Box
Alyxia buxifolia, more commonly referred to as Sea box, is a small compact shrub that belongs to the Apocynaceae family. Sea box is native to coastal regions of Victoria, New [...]