Happy Holidays

Summer holidays spent at the beach is the Aussie way of life.  Whether it be day-trips to the coast, camping with family and friends or staying at a holiday house for the summer, we all love the beach.

BEACH BALCONY

If you’re going away for a beach holiday this Christmas, here is an amazing beach balcony to get you excited. It even comes with a sandy floor….no need to take your shoes off here!

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SUMMER RETREAT

For those who are holidaying at home this season, why not create a summer retreat in your own backyard.

Bright pops of colour using funky outdoor fabrics and flowering plants can help with creating the summer vibe.  Creating a comfortable spot to laze in the sun, sip a cold drink and relax is also a must, whether it be a daybed with lots of comfy pillows or a seating area to chill out in.

Here are 3 examples that caught our eye.

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HOLIDAY PROOF PLANTS

Most gardens need lots of love and care. When you go away on holidays this year who will be looking after your plants?   Planting a garden using low maintenance and drought tolerant varieties means you can quite happily holiday away, knowing your garden will still be alive when you return.

For larger spaces here are 3 garden examples which not only look fantastic but practically look after themselves.

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We haven’t forgotten about balcony gardens, or courtyards etiher. Clever container planting using low maintenance plants such as succulent species are a great option, requiring minimal TLC.

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We wish you and your family a very Merry Chirstmas.
Happy holidays!

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It’s starting to feel a lot like Christmas

Can you believe it’s just over one and a half weeks until Christmas!
If you’re looking for a theme this Christmas to dress your home, why not keep it real… and get nature involved. Here are some ideas we found to get you inspired.

SUCCULENT WREATH

Make a succulent wreath for your front door or use the wreath as a centre piece for your Christmas table. The great thing about this wreath is the fact it uses real plants so after Christmas you can pot up the succulents and place on your balcony.

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A LIVING TREE

Why not buy a real Christmas tree this season and watch it grow from year to year. There is something special about a real Christmas tree. A few tips to keep it healthy, include putting a saucer underneath it’s pot and making sure the soil is kept moist by watering it regularly. You can hide the plastic pot of the tree by using a decorative woven basket or planter cover pot. Topping this with hessian fabric will help stop water evaporation.

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DECORATIONS

To compliment your living Christmas tree why not decorate it with living decorations. We found some great succulent decorations and small terranium Christmas baubles. These tiny terraniums would also make an adorable gift for someone special.

Last but not least, how cute are these little guys? Tiny wreaths made out of your favourite herbs which can be used as hanging decorations or as gift tags.

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Hope this helps to get you in the Christmas spirit!

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